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The Thinking of Speaking
Issue #28 July / August 2017
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Language Perceptions
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We have all been asked what our favourite languages are. Now we ask the question 'Why?'. Here is a look at some ways we form opinions about various tongues.
Language Learning in Resource Poor Languages
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Learning another language is hard, even when you have plenty of materials for it. For those less popular or in poorer regions of the world, it is almost impossible. John Rigdon talks about his own experiences and research.
Why Fluent English Language is Important for Business
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Speaking English fluently is an important part of handling successful business transactions around the world. Guest writer Ben Russel speaks about this and how fluent English is vital in other areas.
In Others' Words
Máirín F Millward
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In this month's interview, we talked with the Scottish polyglot, Máirín F Millward, about her blog, her travels, and her languages.
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Language Perceptions
We have all been asked what our favourite languages are. Now we ask the question 'Why?'. Here is a look at some ways we form opinions about various tongues.
Language Learning in Resource Poor Languages
Learning another language is hard, even when you have plenty of materials for it. For those less popular or in poorer regions of the world, it is almost impossible. John Rigdon talks about his own experiences and research.
Why Fluent English Language is Important for Business
Speaking English fluently is an important part of handling successful business transactions around the world. Guest writer Ben Russel speaks about this and how fluent English is vital in other areas.
In Others' Words
Máirín F Millward
In this month's interview, we talked with the Scottish polyglot, Máirín F Millward, about her blog, her travels, and her languages.
COLUMNS
Letter From The Editor
The Finer Points
Attention to detail is what turns a good product into a great one. Magazines, books, and videos all benefit from the extra effort.
News Brief
Get the latest in world language news.
Mark Your Calendar
Find notices of upcoming language events.
Keeping Up With The DLC
See what is going with the members of the Digital Language Collective.
In Focus
Beijing, China
See pictures from others' travels here and be inspired to embark on your own journeys.
At the Cinema
Welcome Mr. President
'Welcome Mr President' give us a funny look at the world of Italian politics when a fisherman from a small town is accidently elected the President of Italy.
Proverbs from the World
Chinese
Proverbs add spice to languages. Tarja Jolma shares some from Chinese here.
Language Puzzles
Join us here every issue for a new language puzzle
Where Are You?
Guess the city and country from the article and picture.
Book Look
Dreaming Sophia: Because Dreaming is an Art
Join Sophia on her journey to find her way from a tragic loss to her destiny in Italy in "Dreaming Sophia" by Melissa Muldoon.
Basic Guide to Finnish
Finnish is a Finno-Ugric language spoken by about 5 million people in Finland. You can start on your path to joining them with these beginner words and phrases.
At A Glance
Quick look at various language websites and resources
IN OTHER ISSUES
Revisited
Words Which Have Changed Their Meaning
Languages are constantly changing. Even while they adopt words from other languages or create new ones, some words also change their meanings.
5 Funny Words In Afrikaans From My Perspective
Guest writer Teddy Nee tells us a little about the Afrikaans language and how some of the words sound to him.
Speaking with Aliens
When we travel beyond this planet in science fiction movies and TV shows, we are bound to meet non-humans, yet we always find a way to communicate. We will look at some o...
A New Sicilian Author on the Horizon
Life has a way of taking us on paths we never expected but ended up being somehow right. Bestselling author Mary Ann Vitale tells how her life brought her to writing chil...
Revisited
Proverbs
Proverbs are born from common sense expressions and metaphors. We look back to an article from almost one hundred years ago at some English proverbs and what they really ...
Introducing Southeast Asia in Taiwan
When people from several cultures come together, they really need a place to learn about each other. Teddy Nee writes about SEAMi, the first Southeast Asian-themed bookst...
Danish and Faroese: A Biography
The primary language of a country is not always easily decided upon; sometimes, two languages compete for dominance. In the Faroe Islands, historically under Danish rule,...
LingoHut - A Simple And Effective Language Learning Resource
Teacher and language site skeptic Oliver Elzingre shares his thoughts on the learning platform.
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