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Even though French and English share a lot of vocabulary, how the words are used, pronounced and spelled is very different. Let's explore what the most common mistakes are and how we can avoid making them.
Duolingo now has an English language exam that you can take instead of the IELTS or TOEFL. How does it work? Will universities accept it? Find out more in this article.
Polish and English are not alike - there are many differences between the two languages, from grammar to vocabulary to pronunciation. Here are the most common mistakes Poles make when learning English.
What is the difference between American and British English? Some of the differences are very subtle - such as different spelling in writing - or more obvious ones such as vocabulary. Find out what is considered to be the key differences between American and British English.
Watch out for these common mistakes that Korean speakers tend to make when learning English! From dropping pronouns and articles to learning new pronunciations, we provide tips on how to master the mistakes so you never make them again.
You want to become a fluent English speaker quickly. How can you improve your speaking skill fast? Speak Up London has 7 tips for how you can become fluent with practice.
Learning English as an Arabic speaker can be really difficult! The English language does a lot of things differently, not just the alphabet and reading order. Watch out for these common mistakes and improve your English in no time!
Who doesn't love karaoke? To sing along to your favourite songs is one of the best things you can do to feel better. Did you know it can also help with your pronunciation? Find out how karaoke can help you improve your English pronunciation.
Learning English as a Spanish speaker is difficult! The English language does a lot of things differently. Watch out for these common mistakes and improve your English in no time.
Learning a new language comes with its own challenges. Often, the challenges are about how you stay motivated and seeing yourself progress! How can you make sure you're progressing in your learning? Find out how you can make steady progress while you learn English