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Articles in Home | Reference & Education | Language Sort By: Title|Newest|Oldest English in Malta  By : Thomas West A brief history of the island of Malta‘s ties with the English language, and the way it has shaped the island in the present. Learn Spanish Online The Best Way  By : Sarah Davis Learn Spanish Online now with this great advice, why wait? Get online and expand your horizons. Translation  By : Parthiv Goel Translation, the depiction of text into another lingo without loosing its unique essence, supply the same meaning as the written communication in a first language, also termed as target text. Translation - The Essence of Effective Global Communication  By : Allegro Translation and interpretation are not just about mastering multiple languages. They are about understanding the meaning, and the social and cultural nuances behind words and phrases. Translation must take into account a number of constraints, including context, the grammar and writing conventions of the two languages, their idioms etc. Machine Translation  By : J. McCorquodale “Automatic translation“ or “machine translation“ systems have been available for a number of years. The underlying assumption is that a computer can translate as well as a human translator. ITC TEFL Courses  By : Intensive Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Courses are designed to give those who have learned English as a child, the necessary skills to teach English to people who have little or no knowledge of the English Language. Learning How to Write in Chinese  By : LearnEZChinese.com Before you begin to learn how to read and write Chinese, there is one thing you need to know, it is a very difficult language that will take years and years of dedicated hard work. If you have not had any experience with Chinese culture and calligraphy in the past, it can be difficult sometimes. TOEFL Test and the Usefulness of Learning Vocabulary Words  By : Ivan Wong Vocabulary is a useful tool needed to excel in life as well as get high scores on the TOEFL test. Learning high frequency common TOEFL vocabulary words for ESL and international students is important for college acceptance. TESOL a guide towards a Teaching English career  By : Nia A TESOL certification ensures the best in teachers training with opportunities for job placements worldwide. The course is internationally recognized and highly valued by overseas employers. Four Reasons To Learn German  By : sam001 What A German Language School Can Do For You German is not always the first choice for people looking to learn a foreign language. But maybe it should be. German is spoken by more than 100 million people in 38 countries around the world. Most of the world's German speakers are in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, but there are also significant numbers of German speakers in the United States and South America. That's a lot of German speakers, and a lot of reasons to learn German. Here are five r Are the Best Spanish Courses in Spain?  By : Jon Hill If you’re seriously up for learning Spanish, for whatever reason – maybe for school or work, or just because you’ve always wanted to learn the language, taking your courses in Spain is something that you just might want to consider. ESL and TEFL: Teaching English Grammar to Children through Games  By : Shelley Vernon One of the questions ESL and TEFL teachers are asking on forums the world over is: how can you teach grammar through games? If you don’t want your class to glaze over with dictation, writing exercises and “Jimmy, would you please read paragraph 1,” then take heart! You’ll find you can teach everything you want with games, and the children remember it better to boot. Lost in Translation Services? Make Your Presence Felt in the International Market  By : Vivek Sharma English is known as the global and universal language but if you go by stats then it is shocking to know that only 28% of the entire European population can read English. And this percentage falls comprehensively when you come to South America, the Middle East and Asia. Egyptian Language  By : Mar Written records of the ancient Egyptian language have been dated from about 3200 BC. Egyptian is part of the Afro-Asiatic group of languages and is related to Berber and Semitic (languages such as Arabic, Amharic and Hebrew). The language survived until the 5th century AD in the form of Demotic and until the Middle Ages in the form of Coptic. Thus it had a lifespan of over four millennia. Egyptian is one of the oldest recorded languages known. Learning Foreign Languages Online  By : Philip Nicosia In today’s competitive and evolving world, the importance of education has never been more important. Learn Spanish On Line – Easy As One, Two, Three  By : Gregory Newell I live in Caracas, Venezuela and spend my entire day speaking in English. Sounds bizarre right; I live in a Spanish speaking country and speak English all day. Learn Spanish Language – Smooth Sailing The Process  By : Gregory Newell Learning the Spanish language, as with any other language is a daunting task. Learn Spanish On The Internet –It Couldn’t Be Easier  By : Gregory Newell Like just about anything these days learning Spanish is a service that can be found on the internet. Learn Spanish – Quick And Easy  By : Gregory Newell The first thing I discovered upon my arrival in Caracas was that I remembered much less Spanish than I thought I did. How To Learn Spanish – It’s A Cinch…  By : Gregory Newell How to learn Spanish? As I am sure you know learning a foreign language is not an easy task unless you are one of those people with an “ear for language”, something I never really understood. Learn Spanish Words – It’s A Breeze  By : Gregory Newell What are the first words learned when living in a foreign country? Well I can tell you when I started to learn Spanish words the first ones I picked up and began to use were the swear words. Learn Spanish Online – Amazingly Simple  By : Gregory Newell The invention of the internet has made everything easier right? You can now shop online, send letters, find information at the drop of a hat, even find your house in satellite pictures on Google Earth. Guide To Buying Language Translation Services  By : Richard Ramos Tips for optimizing language translation costs and finding the right language translation provider. Teach English in Japan  By : John Paxton Teaching English in Japan is a great way to earn a nice living while experiencing Japanese culture. Find out what to expect by reading on... All About French- Speaking Countries  By : Philip Nicosia Roughly around 200 million people around the world speak French. This number includes people who speak French as a native language, as a second language and students of all ages who do not live in a francophone (French-speaking) country but have learned French. Writing Japanese: What is Kanji, Hiragana and Katakana  By : Philip Nicosia The Japanese language is so fascinating. The tonal qualities of the language is quite unique and the inherent politeness of the Japanese people is translated well into its language which is in turns elegant and stylish and drips with respect. Italian: Speaking The Language of Love  By : Philip Nicosia There is indescribable quality to the Italian language that makes it sound so florid and expressive – two qualities that lend itself well to missives of love and passionate feelings. Learn Spanish Submerge Yourself in Speech!  By : Carl Carlson One of the most effective ways to learn Spanish is through what is known as immersion, where the language student not only spends a portion of their time in a classroom environment, but also lives within a Spanish speaking community for a period of time. Boost Your Vocabulary and Become a Better Learner  By : Royane Real Have you ever wished that you had a big, impressive vocabulary? Increasing your vocabulary can be fun and easy, and you’ll become smarter too. It doesn’t take a lot of time to build an impressive vocabulary – just a few minutes a day! Japanese Pronunciation Vs. Katakana  By : Scott Brady As a native English speaker hearing non-natives (especially Asians) trying to speak the English language I sometimes can’t help but chuckle, or cry, over the way they slaughter the words. As I presently reside in Japan and understand the Japanese writing system I have come to understand, in one word, why they tear apart the English language... Katakana! Language Exchange in Spain  By : Justin Aldridge Have you thought about a swap to improve your Spanish? No I am not suggesting you throw your car keys in the middle of your Spanish neighbour’s lounge and exchange your Janet for a Maria. Studying English Online  By : DavePierce Time management is basically about being focused. The Pareto Principle also known as the '80:20 Rule' states that 80% of efforts that are not time managed or unfocused generates only 20% of the desired output. However, 80% of the desired output can be generated using only 20% of a well time managed effort. Although the ratio '80:20' is only arbitrary, it is used to put emphasis on how much is lost or how much can be gained with time management. Teaching The Latin Language In High School  By : John Davison - Latin was the language of the Roman Empire. All of the Romance languages, including French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian, are directly descended from this native tongue. Our own English language is heavily influenced by roots from the Latin Language (as many as 80 percent of our language can be traced to Latin). Today, Ecclesiastical Latin is the official language of the Roman Catholic Church and the Vatican. With so much influence on our own language coming from Latin, i... Immerse Yourself In The Japanese Language  By : John Davison - Japanese is a language spoken by more than 120 million people worldwide in countries including Japan, Brazil, Guam, Taiwan, and on the American island of Hawaii. Japanese is a language comprised of characters completely different from the western alphabet that makes up such languages as English, French, Italian, and German. If you are required to learn Japanese for business reasons, or if you are planning a vacation to the Asian island, it might seem intimidating to learn a l... Learn The Korean Language  By : John Davison - The Korean language is spoken by more than 70 million people, primarily in North and South Korea. There are a number of native Korean language speakers in several countries, including the United States Australia, Canada, and Japan. The Korean language is made up of an alphabet of 28 characters that have been in used for hundreds of years. These characters are in no way similar the western alphabet that makes up the English, French, Spanish, and other languages. This can prove... Teach Kids A Second Language  By : George Williams - It is not easy teaching your child a second language. But it is a rewarding experience teaching them and you can open their young to explore a new world of sights and sounds. Even if you’re not entirely fluent in another tongue, here are 5 simple ways you can help your child learn to speak a second language confidently and easily. 1. Remember the earlier, the better. By the age of two, a child’s brain is sucking up and processing all the information he or she comes in con... Tips To Learn English  By : George Williams - Do you have any plan to pursue your further education abroad? Will you need English for your career or your education? If so, you may wish to investigate your options for learning, or improving, your English skills. The TOEFL Test: TOEFL (Test Of English as a Foreign Language) is a test used by many colleges, universities, government agencies and exchange and scholarship programs in the US, UK and Canada as a means of evaluating the language skills of a person whose first... 4 Easy Ways To Learn English  By : George Williams - Now, you decide to learn how to speak English. There are many online resources that can help you improve and practice you English. Now if you are like most other ESL students reading this article then you already have a fairly good notion of the English language. You most likely are looking for a place to practice and enhance your English skills. So, here are four easy steps to do just that. 1. Preparation There is no need to start from the beginning, since you already ... Plan Your English Lesson  By : George Williams - It is not easy to plan a fresh and new class for your English students every week. Even though your teacher book gives you some great ideas not all of them are practical enough for your classroom. You often have to come up with a few exercises and ideas of your own to fill in as needed. You may try to get away and find some quite places that can help you focus and concentrate on your planning. Do not forget to take a notepad and some pens. That is about all you will need ... Pronunciation Workshop Trains US Embassy Staffers in Iraq and Afghanistan  By : hiphoplinguistics Pronunciation Workshop Trains US Embassy Staffers in Iraq and Afghanistan How to Pronounce American English and be understood. Bulgarian Language  By : Justin Aldridge You may be relieved to know that while you are visiting Bulgaria, the majority of people speak English as a second language, particularly if they are living and working in the major tourist resorts. Study The Italian Language Abroad  By : John Davison - The Italian language is one of ancient and historic roots. Today, it is spoken by approximately 70 million people, and is the official language of several nations, including Italy, Slovenia, and Vatican City. If you are interested in learning to speak, read, and write another language, consider the romantic Italian language. You could study at a college or University and receive your degree in Italian. You could take one of many online accelerated courses. Or you could experi... English Pronunciation For The ESL Learner  By : Lynn Bo - What is an accent? An accent is the carryover of sounds from the speaker’s original language to the second language. When we are infants we literally have the ability to speak any language in the world. We are all born with the necessary speech mechanisms and the capability to learn any language. We end up speaking the language that we do solely by reinforcement. The sounds a baby hears and the speech patterns he is exposed to are the ones that she develops. Soon the baby gai... Reading & Writing English: Words Ending In "D"  By : Frank Gerace - The different sounds that the letter"d" takes at the end of a verb in the past tense An extract from the book: Word Power by the author of this article. The English language indicates that the action of the verb is in the past by having some form of the "d" or "t" sound end the word. We say some kind of "d" or "t" sound although the word is almost always written with a "d". Many people who learn English are so confused by the irregular forms of the verbs that they ... Learning a Foreign language  By : Tyler Benson Here you’ll find a couple of words about the importance of learning a foreign language. If you are interested in studying a new culture and improve your knowledge, you might want to follow advice, given in this short article. The American English Accent:: The "Explosive" T And P Sounds  By : Frank Gerace - The "explosive consonants" Earlier we said that the vowels are an important factor in hearing a "foreign" accent. But it is not only the vowels. The consonants also must be mastered. When we say that English consonants are "explosives", we mean that they are pronounced with a sudden release of air. It is this characteristic that marks the accent of an English speaker when they try to speak your language. You should try to speak like an American and you will be reaching ... The American English Accent:: The Voiced And Unvoiced  By : Frank Gerace - The "explosive consonants" Earlier we said that the vowels are an important factor in hearing a "foreign" accent. But it is not only the vowels. The consonants also must be mastered. When we say that English consonants are "explosives", we mean that they are pronounced with a sudden release of air. It is this characteristic that marks the accent of an English speaker when they try to speak your language. You should try to speak like an American and you will be reaching ... Intonation In English: Expressions Of Two Words  By : Frank Gerace Listen and Learn: The Intonation of Two-Word Expressions Many people think that pronunciation is what makes up an accent. It may be that pronunciation is very important for an understandable accent. But it is intonation that gives the final touch that makes an accent correct or native. Intonation is the "music" of a language, and is perhaps the most important element of a correct accent. Often we hear someone speaking with perfect grammar, and perfect formation of the... Intonation In English: Nouns And Adjectives Are Stressed Differently Than Verbs  By : Frank Gerace Listen and Learn: Nouns and Adjectives one way; Verbs another Chinese has "tones" but all languages have their own special intonation. The "music" of a language is its intonation and it is perhaps the most important element of a correct accent. A "ggod" accent is not only a question of good pronunciation. Many people think that pronunciation is what makes up an accent. It may be that pronunciation is very important for an understandable accent. But it is intonation th... English Intonation: The Noun And Verb  By : Frank Gerace Listen and Learn: The Different Intonation of the Noun and the Verb Intonation, the "music" of a language, is perhaps the most important element of a correct accent. Many people think that pronunciation is what makes up an accent. It may be that pronunciation is very important for an understandable accent. But it is intonation that gives the final touch that makes an accent correct or native. Often we hear someone speaking with perfect grammar, and perfect formation of th... The Fun Of Learning The Hawaiian Language  By : John Davison The Hawaiian language is an Austronesian (or Polynesian) language that is the ancestral tongue of the Hawaiian Islands, which lie in the Pacific Ocean. The Hawaiian language is the official language of the State of Hawaii. It is an endangered language, meaning that it is no longer spoken officially on any of the populated Hawaiian Islands. The native language was supplanted by English many years ago. There is one Hawaiian Island, Ni’ihau, where the Hawaiian language is still ... Learn English Laughing  By : Frank Gerace Humor and Learning Humor is important in learning a language. Not only does it enable the student to learn new vocabulary in context but it also is a motivating force. When a student understands a joke she begins to feel like she is in the world of the new language. Puns are especially valuable because they stress meaning. We'll give a few jokes and puns as examples and hoope that they will move other teachers to use this powerful resource. Puns Laughing? Well, mayb... Immerse Yourself In The Greek Language And Culture  By : John Davison The Greek language is over 3,500 years old, though it has evolved through the years. Over 15 million people worldwide speak Greek. It is the official language of Greece and Cyprus, and is spoken natively by immigrants living in many countries around the world. The Greek alphabet is considered the first real alphabet, and was a predecessor of the Latin alphabet, and eventually our own alphabet. The Greek language is one of history and passion, and is an ideal representative of... Learn The French Language  By : John Davison The French language is spoken by 130 million people around the world. The language is the native tongue in countries like France, Switzerland, Haiti, and parts of Canada. And many Americans in the states of Louisiana and Maine are native French speakers. French is also an official language of many organizations including the International Olympic Committee and the United Nations. If you are interested in learning a second language, either for professional reasons or just for ... Learn To Speak The German Language  By : John Davison German is one of the most widely spoken languages worldwide. It is the official language of several countries including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Belgium. After the English language, it is the most commonly known language in the European Union, of which it is one of the official languages. The German language is the third most taught foreign language in the United States, behind Spanish and French, and there are many Americans that can trace their ethnic heritage bac... Capitalizing On The Benefits Of A Foreign Language Translation Firm  By : John Davison In today’s ever-expanding world of business on an ever-shrinking planet, not only is it easy to market your organization’s products and services globally, but it is also just good business sense. With the prevalence of the Internet in every aspect of our English-speaking culture and society, it makes sense to reach out globally and put your products and/or services out for the whole world to take advantage of. Though it seems like the Internet has reduced the size of our worl... Learn To Teach English As A Foreign Language  By : John Davison Perhaps you are at career crossroads, and you are looking for a more fulfilling and interesting way to utilize your skills. If you are interested in teaching and traveling to exciting and interesting destinations, then you might want to consider teaching English as a foreign language abroad. English is the most commonly spoken language in the world today, and desire of those in other countries to learn the English language is growing at a steady rate. Therefore, there is a de... Learn A Foreign Language Online  By : John Davison Knowing more than one language in today’s world is not so unusual. With cultural barriers coming down, and many people living in and visiting non-native countries, it makes sense to have at least a basic knowledge of one or more languages other than your native tongue. It has never been easier than it is today to learn a foreign language. Taking a foreign language course online is a convenient and even speedy way to learn another tongue for work, for travel, or for your own p... English As A Second Language  By : John Davison The English language is the most commonly spoken language on Earth, either by native speakers or by people who have learned it in addition to their first language. More and more people everyday have the desire to learn English as a second language. The type of people who wish to learn it run the gamut from children in other countries who are required to learn English as part of their school curriculum, business professionals that wish to be able to communicate with their Engl... The Challenge Of Learning The Chinese Language  By : John Davison Chinese is a language, or a group of languages, spoken by 1.3 billion people worldwide. If you believe Chinese to be one language, rather than a grouping, it is the single most commonly spoken language on the planet. It is spoken in countries like China, Taiwan Singapore, and Malaysia. If you are interested in learning Chinese, it can be intimidating and challenging. But learning Chinese can also be rewarding, and knowing it can have benefits for your career, and help to impr... Learning The Arabic Language  By : John Davison The Arabic language is an ancient tongue that dates back to earlier than the 6th century. It is a language steeped in history, and shrouded in mystery. Today, the Arabic language is the 5th most spoken language on the planet, and it is the official language in many Middle Eastern countries, such as Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Israel, Morocco, and Saudi Arabia. If you are interested in the study of ancient Near Eastern history, modern Middle Eastern history, religion, or foreign lang... Online translators can hurt more than help  By : Scott Brady Online automated translators may be fairly accurate for translating languages of similar origin, but the line stops there. Certainly most of you are familiar with online translators such as Babel fish. 　However, from what I have read, it seems that quite a few people think that these automated translators do the perfect job. 　In some cases this is almost true... Language Translation To Count On  By : Leon Chaddock What is more frustrating than not having language translation abilities? It could be that you think you have found them and find out down the line that they are nowhere near as good as you needed them to be. Regardless of why you need language translation services, there is no doubt that you need high quality products and services to use. You don’t need someone with broken language skills to do your translation work for you. The problem often is that you will not realize the ... The American Accent: Pronunciation Of The Vowels  By : Frank Gerace The English Vowel SOUNDS Many learners of English have a distinct accent because they pronounce English with the vowels of their language. They commit this error because the English vowels are "something like" the vowel sounds of their native language, but they are not the same! It is not enough to listen to radio and TV. Most people will only hear the sounds of their native language and will not learn how to pronounce the different sounds of a new language such as Engl...	Authors Sign Up for a free account. Submit your articles. Publishers Category RSS feeds. Resources Accredited Home Schools Article Directory More Resources

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