by Seldean Smith | Oct 15, 2024 | Languages, Multilingualism
Language is constantly evolving, and one of the biggest drivers of this evolution is pop culture. From the rise of streaming platforms like Netflix to the global phenomenon of K-Pop, pop culture has had a massive impact on how people learn and use language. But what...
by Seldean Smith | Oct 14, 2024 | Communication, Languages
Streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video have transformed how people watch TV shows and movies. In the past, if you wanted to watch a foreign show or movie, you might have had to search for a DVD with subtitles or wait for a dubbed version....
by Seldean Smith | Sep 27, 2024 | Communication, Languages
The United States is known as a “melting pot” of cultures, and one of the most fascinating parts of this diversity is the many languages spoken across the country. From coast to coast, people in the U.S. speak not only English but also hundreds of other...
by Seldean Smith | Sep 24, 2024 | Languages, Multilingualism
Social media is everywhere these days. Whether you’re scrolling through TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube, there’s no doubt that social media influencers are playing a huge role in shaping what’s cool, what people are talking about, and even how we speak. But how...
by Seldean Smith | Sep 23, 2024 | Communication, Languages
Have you ever noticed how people of different ages sometimes seem to speak different “languages”? You might find yourself puzzled by your grandparents’ choice of words or laughing at how older adults describe things. On the other hand, adults might feel...
by Seldean Smith | Sep 20, 2024 | Languages, Multilingualism
Compliments are a universal way to show appreciation, but did you know that how people give and receive compliments can be very different depending on where they are from? Let’s explore how praise varies across cultures and what it can tell us about the people who...
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