When Translation Mistakes Are Funny, and When They Are Not
Accidental translation mistakes can sometimes be amusing, though much to the chagrin of the translator most likely.
Language Learning Tips that Do Not Work
Tip or myth? Here is a list of language learning tips debunked and suggesting how really best to approach language learning.
The Global Round-Ball Game: Why Americans Call Soccer “Soccer”
What is the proper English word for that “global round-ball game”? Is it “football” or “soccer”? This question has an interesting linguistic history.
America’s Greatest Word
One of the most frequently used words in the world: OK, often spelled okay, originated in the United States but is now recognized and used by speakers all over the world. How the two-letter agreement become so popular in less than 200 years is the topic of Allan...Explained: Holland or the Netherlands?
A funny and informative video clears up the confusion surrounding the terms Holland, Netherlands, and Dutch.