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The Guide to Making International Friends

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Glossika Review: Learn A Language The Most Natural Way

Posted by Teddy Nee on April 21, 2018

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Food for Body and Mind

Posted by Teddy Nee on April 06, 2018

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Guest Post: 5 Important Tips for Beginning Russian Learners

Posted by Teddy Nee on March 17, 2018

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Foreign Esperantists in Taiwan

Posted by Teddy Nee on February 15, 2018

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Indonesian language gains more popularity in Taiwan

Posted by Teddy Nee on February 08, 2018

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The most complicated word in English

Posted by Teddy Nee on January 28, 2018

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Haitian Independence Day Lunch

Posted by Teddy Nee on January 02, 2018

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Esperanto Day 2017

Posted by Teddy Nee on December 20, 2017

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Can you speak Romanian?

Posted by Teddy Nee on December 09, 2017

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Read About Medan in Esperanto

Posted by Teddy Nee on November 16, 2017

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Toki Pona: The Language of Good

Posted by Teddy Nee on October 13, 2017

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Why do I learn French?

Posted by Teddy Nee on September 10, 2017

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Accustom yourself to different English accents

Posted by Teddy Nee on September 09, 2017

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Learning by Reading

Posted by Teddy Nee on August 14, 2017

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Q&A for Learning Indonesian

Posted by Teddy Nee on August 06, 2017

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Southeast Asian Graduates in Taiwan

Posted by Teddy Nee on July 15, 2017

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Sorry, I don't speak Chinese

Posted by Teddy Nee on July 05, 2017

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Diversity Language Challenge

Posted by Teddy Nee on June 27, 2017

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3 Social And Language Meetups

Posted by Teddy Nee on June 13, 2017

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Fiesta Latina 2017

Posted by Teddy Nee on May 15, 2017

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Dutch Level 15

Posted by Teddy Nee on May 01, 2017

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Peru and Chile

Posted by Teddy Nee on April 12, 2017

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Presentation about Argentina and Bolivia

Posted by Teddy Nee on April 03, 2017

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Learn German: The complete step by step guide to learning German as a foreign language

Posted by Teddy Nee on February 28, 2017

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5 Reasons To Learn Indonesian

Posted by Teddy Nee on February 08, 2017

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If you were to speak 12 languages

Posted by Teddy Nee on January 19, 2017

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2016 Recap: Keep On Learning Languages

Posted by Teddy Nee on December 31, 2016

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Guest Post: Everything you should know about the Ukrainian language (Part 2)

Posted by Teddy Nee on December 21, 2016

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Guest Post: Everything you should know about the Ukrainian language (Part 1)

Posted by Teddy Nee on December 11, 2016

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3 Languages, 3 Regions, 1 Family

Posted by Teddy Nee on December 07, 2016

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5 Famous Polyglots and Their Learning Techniques

You may have watched videos of people speaking in multiple languages. Some of them even call themselves hyperpolyglots. Whether they really can speak fluently or not, we don't know unless we test them. However, here I shall present 5 renowned polyglots that have been on the news, in the community worldwide and have proved their exceptional linguistic capabilities.

6 Local Writing Systems in Indonesia

Indonesia is a vast country in Southeast Asia that anyone can recognize easily on the map because it borders the sea, thus its country border is also the sea border. Hundreds of ethnic groups and languages exist in Indonesia. Despite having numerous writing systems, the government recognizes the Latin alphabet as the official writing system, which was introduced during the colonization by the Europeans.

Nauruan Language

The Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a two-day event promoting the Asia-Pacific culture in the capital city of Taiwan, Taipei City, on September 28-29th. The participants come from the Solomon Islands, the Philippines, the Marshall Islands, Vietnam, Tuvalu, Thailand, Singapore, South Korea, New Zealand, Palau, Nauru, Malaysia, Kiribati, Japan, Indonesia, India, Fiji, and Brunei. Apart from performing dances from each country, the participants also displayed a wide variety of handicrafts and artworks as well as authentic cuisine at each country's booth.

I speak 4 languages in Penang Malaysia and I shall learn 1 more language

I spoke 4 languages: Hokkien, Indonesian, English, and Mandarin on my recent trip to Penang. There was no communication barrier since the Penangnites are mostly multilingual too, at least, they know a bit of each language. They are also familiar with the Indonesian language because of the many tourists from Indonesia, either for tourism or medical checkups. I had learnt Tamil before but it was not enough for me to have a conversation yet. I will learn Tamil more seriously from now on, so I can use it on my next trip to Penang.

Chavacano language: The Spanish language of Asia

Chavacano is a Spanish-based Creole language spoken primarily in Zamboanga City and parts of the Philippines. Originating during the Spanish colonial era, it blends Spanish vocabulary with local Philippine languages like Tagalog and Cebuano. Approximately 70% of its lexicon comes from Spanish, yet it features unique grammatical structures. Chavacano is a vital cultural identifier for its speakers and is used in local media and education. Despite challenges from dominant languages like Tagalog and English, efforts to preserve and promote Chavacano continue, highlighting its importance in the Philippines' linguistic heritage. I had the chance to learn this beautiful language on a language-learning platform called Italki. My teacher was the only Chavacano teacher so I felt fortunate to have found her. I find this language easy to learn because I already know Spanish. Chavacano sounds like the Filipino version of the Spanish language.

Salary Disparity Between Foreign English Teachers and Office Workers in Taiwan

Taiwan is a popular destination for foreign English teachers. Many come to Taiwan because of the good pay and benefits compared to other jobs. However, there is a noticeable difference between the salaries of foreign English teachers and regular office workers. English Teacher Salaries Foreign English teachers in Taiwan can earn between $2,000 to $3,000 USD per month. Some teachers may earn more depending on their experience and the school they work for. Many schools also offer benefits such as housing allowances, bonuses, and paid vacations. Some teachers take extra tutoring jobs, which can pay $20 to $25 USD per hour. Office Worker Salaries In contrast, regular office workers in Taiwan often earn much less. The average salary for an office worker is around $1,000 to $1,500 USD per month. Many office workers work long hours, sometimes 50 to 60 hours per week, but their salaries remain lower than those of foreign teachers. Reasons for the Salary Difference There are several reasons why...

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The Importance of Knowing Medan Hokkien for International Communication

Knowing Medan Hokkien can be very beneficial for communication, especially in international settings. Medan Hokkien is a dialect spoken by many Chinese Indonesians, and it connects people across different cultures. Medan Hokkien helps connect Chinese Indonesians with their roots. Many people from Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore also speak Hokkien. Knowing this language allows for better communication with these communities, making it easier to build friendships and partnerships. In today’s global market, speaking Medan Hokkien can open doors to business opportunities. Many companies in Southeast Asia value employees who can communicate in local languages. There is a saying in Hokkien, "kaki lang (our people)," indicating Hokkien people's uniqueness and solidarity to strengthen their community. Language is a big part of culture. By learning Medan Hokkien, individuals can better understand the hundred-year-old traditions and values of Medan Hokkien-speaking communities that...

The Beauty of Chinese Character

People who have studied Chinese must realize that Chinese character is not just a character, but it is also an art. Every stroke in the character forms a beautiful combination of a meaning. It is said that Chinese character evolves from time to time based on the actual object. Although I cannot say that it is 100% true, there are books about Chinese pictogram. For example, you can see below how "sun" and "moon" was written in the past and the evolution of it until nowadays. Characters 日 and 月, on far right, are the characters used today.

Medan Hokkien

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