Language Trainers Blogs

August 2017:

August 16 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

Brexit is coming and much like the Winter descending on Westeros, we really have no idea what that might mean; not for the average citizen nor for the businesses who might have to consider relocation of their operations due to licensing restrictions and increased overheads. In a time where bilingualism is growing more and more essential, those who can only speak English could be facing a very uncertain future indeed. Unchartered territories are upon us and it’s up to us to determine how to navigate them. Scaremongering and hearsay Yes, it’s an uncertain time, so of course there... (Read More).

August 14 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

  Vietnam wird jederzeit beliebter mit immer mehr Expats, die ins Land kommen und auf der Suche nach einem neuen Abenteuer sind. Vietnam ist eines der Entwicklungsländer mit der niedrigsten Arbeitslosenzahl. Daher kommen viele Ausländer nach Vietnam, um neue Geschäftsabwicklungen abzuschließen und neue Karrieremöglichkeiten zu finden. Das Land mit einer reichen Kultur, und mehrsprachigen Einwohnern, hat eine Vielfalt von Möglichkeiten zu bieten. Also, wie soll man am besten in den vietnamesischen Arbeitsmarkt einsteigen' Hier sind einige Tipps was, wie und wo man am besten in... (Read More).

August 14 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

Singapore prides itself on being a harmonious nation where multiple traditions are respected and celebrated. Because of this, holidays are fêted a little differently in Singapore than in most other countries, and this is part of what makes the island nation so special! If you’re planning on moving to Singapore, then you’re in for a true cultural treat. The nation celebrates a multitude of holidays and festivals specific to different ethnic groups and religions. Check out our guide to holidays in Singapore so you know exactly what to expect. Chinese New Year With over 70% of... (Read More).

August 11 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

Sean Hopwood, MBA is founder and President of Day Translations, Inc., an online translation and localization services provider, dedicated to the improvement of global communications. You can visit their website if you need French translation services. The French language is one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet. French filmmakers like Francois Truffaut and Jean-Luc Godard have influenced Hollywood directors and filmmakers all over the world. UNESCO has canonized French gastronomy as an intangible piece of world heritage. And French is spoken by 76.1 million people in 53... (Read More).

August 08 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

Finding your way around a new city is always a challenge, especially in a foreign language. Berlin, however, can sometimes feel extra tricky for newcomers. Although Germany’s capital city has a lot of English speakers in it, the quicker you familiarise yourself with the local dialect, the better your time there will be. ‘Berlinerisch’, or the Berliner German dialect, comes with its own slang, accent and quirks which often confound those who spend time learning German beforehand. Like the city itself, the dialect can seem harsh but conceals a dry sense of humour and preference for the... (Read More).

August 07 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

After a great language course, long vacation overseas, semester abroad, or even living in a foreign country, you’re bound to learn a lot of the language. Whether or not you had previous exposure to the language prior to your immersion experience, you have likely learned a lot more now than by using other methods in the past. All that hard working has paid off – you’ve hit your language sweet spot. But, you’d be surprised at how easy it is to forget several words or phrases, or just downright lose confidence in your own speaking and listening abilities, very quickly. If language... (Read More).

August 07 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

März ist der Monat in dem St. Patrick´s Day gefeiert wird! Der Feiertag kommt und geht wie jedes Jahr. Aber besonders die Einwohner in Irland und auch die Amerikaner bereiten sich jedes Jahr auf den Feiertag vor. In Deutschland ist der Feiertag nicht so bekannt. Jedoch wird er in jedem Irish Pub freudig gefeiert. Wie genau wird er denn eigentlich gefeiert' Soll man sich den Amerikanern anschließen der eher traditionell wie die Iren feiern' Was genau ist eigentlich ist der Unterschied zwischen dem Amerikanischem und Irischem Feiern' Hier sind 5 verschiedene Wege, wie man am besten St.... (Read More).

July 2017:

July 31 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

While Chinese may be the language with the most speakers, Spanish is arguably the most widely spoken language around the globe. Large swaths of the world not only use Spanish as their native language, but bring the tongue with them when they migrate to nations like the U.S., U.K. and elsewhere. In fact, there are more Spanish speakers in the U.S. than in Spain, and the country is set to overtake Mexico in sheer number of speakers by 2050! It’s obvious from its popularity that Spanish is the language you need to know, and if you haven’t started learning it yet, you should at least be... (Read More).

July 31 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

It goes without saying that learning a new language can open several doors personally, professionally, and socially. It can also be incredibly rewarding to learn more about other cultures, customs, and places by learning a new language. Unfortunately, it can also be a costly venture. The costs of learning a new language usually come down to two factors: time and money. Some people have both or neither of these things, but the majority of us fall somewhere in the middle. If you’re someone who has a moderate amount of time to dedicate to learning another language but don’t have much... (Read More).

July 24 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

Learning a language isn't always memorising verbs, learning conjugations, reciting vocab and interacting with others. Sometimes learning a language means you relaxing, listening, and watching television and movies. Not only does it allow for a semi-immersive experience, you learn context, how 'real' people interact, and gain more exposure to the sounds. So, in hopes of helping out your Spanish-language journey, check out these 5 films from the Hispanosphere that will activate all your senses.   1.Te Prometo Anarquía Translation: I Promise You Anarchy Country of Origin:... (Read More).

July 24 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

March is the month of St. Patrick’s! Although the holiday has come and gone, you’re probably already planning ahead to next year’s big bash. Every year you probably face the same conundrum: are you celebrating St. Patrick’s the proper way' Even more importantly, should you look to American traditions or Irish traditions when trying to keep the holiday alive' If you’ve always wondered what exactly is the difference between an American St. Patty’s and an Irish one, wonder no more. Check out these 5 ways the holidays differ and be inspired to try something a little different the next... (Read More).

July 24 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Der Kanal Saint-Martin ist eine sehr beliebte Touristenattraktion in Paris. Vom schlendern des Kanals entlang, bis hin zur Besichtigung berühmter architektonischer Bauwerke, gibt es einiges zu sehen und zu erleben. Selbst das Essen am Saint-Martin-Kanal sollte man sich nicht entgehen lassen. Hier sind einige Ideen, wie man einen Tag am besten am Kanal verbringen könnte: Genieße ein paar leckere Cocktails: Genau wie in anderen internationalen Städten, sind die beliebten Cocktails auf fast jeder Speisekarte zu finden. Während des Aufenthaltes am Kanal, sollte man sich einfach ein... (Read More).

July 18 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

There are many pros to immersion programs when it comes to learning a new language. However, not all of us can dedicate the time, funds, and commitment that an intensive language course requires. Nor can we pick up and move to the other side of the world for months at a time in order to progress more quickly with our learning. If you’re one of these, don’t feel despondent; you can have an enriching and effective learning experience without having to drop the cash and find the time for language immersion abroad. Incorporating your target tongue into your everyday life is the perfect way to... (Read More).

July 18 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

Languages are made up of words, and at some point remembering and increasing your vocabulary can be one of the biggest challenges of learning a language. It can be a terrible feeling to know what you want to say in French, but to have the words elude you. Even worse are the situations where you realize you never learned the necessary vocabulary in the first place! We all struggle with increasing our vocab bank—especially if we’ve been studying French a while and have reached something of a plateau. If you’re looking to add a little extra to the bank, read on for some great tips to help... (Read More).

July 17 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Manchmal haben wir bestimmte Vorurteile, wenn es um ausländische Filme geht. Wir behaupten, dass Sie nicht gut genug sind und qualitativ es nicht wert sind anzuschauen. Wir machen uns Sorgen, dass wenn wir den Untertitel lesen müssen, es auf Dauer zu anstrengend ist. Wenn man jedoch in anderen Ländern aufwächst, z.B. Mexiko, verbringt man sehr viel Zeit mit Filme schauen. Die Filme sind entweder mit Übersetzung oder es sind mexikanische Filme. Dies macht jedoch keinen Unterschied für manche, da beide Arten nicht sehr ansprechend sind, wenn es nicht direkt aus Hollywood kommt. Je älter... (Read More).

July 14 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

Thailand is known for a few things: smiles, beaches, festivals, tuk tuks, just to name a few, and tourism is, in fact, one of the leading sectors in the economy. There are so many places to explore beyond Bangkok and Ko Lanta. Here to give you a little insight as to what, head a few hours outside of “The Big Mango” (Bangkok) with us while we explore Khao Yai National Park. The Basics The park covers 2,168 square kilometres of lush forest and is a real Eden for the 300 bird species and 20 species of big mammals which shelter within its boundaries. Khao Yai in Thai means “Big... (Read More).

July 11 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

Becoming fluent in a second language is a huge achievement and allows you access to the lofty realm of bilinguals all around the globe, but once you conquer that first foreign tongue, you’ll probably become addicted to the idea of speaking multiple languages. The more you learn, the easier it gets, right' So why not pick up a third and call yourself a multilingual' On the other hand, you may be hesitating to pick up a third because you aren’t quite sure what to expect now that you are already proficient in one. Regardless of which camp you fall in, this guide for learning a third language... (Read More).

July 10 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Lies und lerne eine Tipps von mir, wie man am besten selbstbewusst Französisch, Spanisch oder sogar Chinesisch sprechen kann. Eine neue Sprache zu erlernen kann sehr schwer sein. Das Schwierigste hierbei ist besonders das eigentliche Sprechen der Sprache. Ich meine nicht, dass Sprechen im Unterricht oder mit anderen Mitschülern, sondern eher das Sprechen mit anderen Menschen auf der Straße. Für viele scheint dies sehr einschüchternd zu wirken.  Warst du selber schon einmal in so einer Situation und hast dich nicht getraut dich enstpannt auf einer anderen Sprache zu unterhalten'... (Read More).

July 04 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

So you’ve just finished a long week at work and just feel like curling up on the sofa to unwind. Well, the good news is that not all is lost. Although learning may be the last thing on your list of things that you want to do at the moment, you can maybe feel better knowing that you can do so much more than you ever imagined right from the comfort of your own sofa. How, you ask' Netflix. Without the innuendo, Netflix and chilling is essentially the new trip to Europe, South America, Africa or Asia. Today though we’re going to centre our quaint listicle around Latin American... (Read More).

July 03 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Ich habe hier einmal die Vor- und Nachteie zusammengefasst, die man beachten soll, wenn man nach Taiwan auswandern möchte: Als ich zum ersten Mal nach Taiwan gezogen bin und dort studiert habe, habe ich eine wundervolle Kultur kennengelernt und wunderschöne Erfahrungen gemacht. Aber so wie man es von jeder schönen Zeit kennt, irgendwann wacht man auf, und erkennt, dass es auch negativen Seiten gibt. Falls du dies gerade liest, bist du vielleicht in einer ähnlichen Situation und dabei dein Leben in Taiwan weiter zu führen. Bevor du diesen Schritt wagst, solltest du jedoch diese... (Read More).

July 03 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

Learning a new language is hard, and one of the most difficult aspect is to actually speak it. I don’t mean speaking it in the classroom, or with other students, but out in the real world with native speakers. For a lot of us, the idea of talking with strangers in our native language can be intimidating enough, imagine adding the stress of doing it in a foreign tongue! Do you feel you lack confidence when it comes to speaking with others in a new language' Do you avoid situations where you’ll have to speak because you’re just too afraid' Then let’s talk about it! Read on to learn a... (Read More).

June 2017:

June 26 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

Moving to a new country is mostly an exciting adventure, which brings with it many rich experiences and new opportunities. It does also come with many challenges such as finding accommodation, learning a new language, finding a job and meeting new people. If you have ever moved to a new country where you know little to no people, you will know that initially it can be somewhat isolated and feel overwhelming. It is common for people who move to new country to start to feel more settled once they have started to establish a network of people and make a few new friends. Not only is this positive... (Read More).

June 26 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Wir haben einige Tipps für Sie zusammengefasst, damit die nächste Geschäftsreise nach Mexiko auch erfolgreich wird. Falls Sie in Zukunft planen nach Mexiko zu reisen, sollten Sie sich nicht von den Bildern in den Medien täuschen lassen. Mexiko besteht nicht nur aus Strandparties wie in Cancun oder anderen touristischen Orte. Mexiko ist eigentlich ein sehr traditionelles Land mit verschiedenen Bräuchen und Sitten. Das gilt auch für die Business Tradition und der Kleidungsstil. Mexiko wird sehr von der römisch-katholischen Religion geprägt. Nicht nur im Alltag, sondern auch im Beruf.... (Read More).

June 21 2017 (Language Trainers UK)

From the fiestas, to the beaches, to the artwork of famous Spanish artists like Picasso and Miró, Spain has a lot to offer any sort of traveller. Spanish culture is just as fascinating as the nation’s coastlines and museums, and probably much more nuanced! Even if you spent years in Spain you most likely wouldn’t be able to uncover every aspect of the country’s vibrant traditions, but that doesn’t mean you won’t try, right' We’re here to help (and get you started on that journey to discovering Spanish culture) with a few interesting facts about Spain and the Spanish way of... (Read More).

June 19 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Madrid hat viele verschiedene Facetten. Egal ob modern oder altmodisch. Obwohl, Madrid international sehr bekannt und beliebt ist, ist es auch eine sehr gelassene Stadt, die nicht mit dem schnellen New York zu vergleichen ist. Nach Madrid asuzuwandern, könnte, dank der Vielfalt and Geschichte und Kulutr, die beste Entscheidung sein, die Sie je getroffen haben. Hier sind unsere 5 Gründe, warum dies eine gute Idee ist: Eine zentrale Stadt Madrid ist eine pefekte Stadt, für diejenigen, die gerne reisen oder am Wochenende neue Länder kennenlernen wollen. Es gibt sehr günstige... (Read More).

June 19 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

English may be your native language, but that doesn’t always mean that you get it exactly right. We all make mistakes, even with languages we’ve spoken our entire lives, and there’s nothing wrong with brushing up a little on your native tongue knowledge. Read on to see if you’re using these 10 words right, or if you’re in need of a little language tuning! 1. Decimate Decimate is often confused with the word destroy and many people tend to think these two can be used interchangeably. Decimate actually means to ‘destroy a great number of’ and alternatively is also used... (Read More).

June 14 2017 (Language Trainers Germany)

Wir kennen es wahrscheinlich alle und haben uns öfter beim Durchblättern diverser Reisebrochuren erwischt, oder im Internet durch diverse Fotos von wunderschönen und abenteuerlichen  Urlaubsfotos geklickt. Leider ist das Reisen nicht umsonst, und für die meisten Studenten steht Reisen aus finanziellen Gründen nicht an erster Stelle. Daher ist ein Auslandssemester eine gute Alternative, um einfach mal um die halbe Welt zu reisen und neue Länder kennenzulernen. Es gibt heutzutage auch eine Menge von Stipendien, um solch einen Auslandsaufenthalt zu ermöglichen. Egal ob Taiwan, USA... (Read More).

June 12 2017 (Language Trainers USA)

Achieving perfect proficiency in a language is the ideal of any learner, but not the reality. Indeed, absolute adeptness doesn’t exist, as much as we wish it did. While it’s good to strive for perfection, sometimes it’s okay to cut yourself some slack, as long as you don’t slack off too much! Language is a life-long learning process, regardless of whether or not you acquired the language later in life, or it’s your native tongue that you picked up as a child. You may be wondering then, that if language perfection is a myth, what does it really mean to be bilingual' Let’s talk it... (Read More).