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Homophones in Different Languages

Jan 18th, 2010 | By Emma | Category: Topic

Homophones are those confusing words that exist in every language. They are pronounced the same as each other but totally differ in meaning…



Food, Glorious Food

Jan 11th, 2010 | By Emma | Category: Topic

So how much do you know about international food? What is appetising to people from one culture may seem inedible to someone from another…



The Relationship between Language and Culture

Jan 4th, 2010 | By Emma | Category: Topic

It is generally agreed that language and culture are closely related. Language can be viewed as a verbal expression of culture…



Different Nations, Different Beliefs

Dec 28th, 2009 | By Emma | Category: Topic

Have you ever wondered what kind of things people from different cultures believe in? Do you know if they have the same superstitions as people in your native country?…



Christmas Traditions

Dec 21st, 2009 | By Emma | Category: Topic

Several nations share similar traditions such as giving gifts, preparing a large celebratory dinner and displaying various decorations…



Interjections in Other Languages

Dec 16th, 2009 | By Emma | Category: Topic

Interjections are parts of speech which are usually not grammatically connected to the rest of the sentence…



Li(n)keable 14 December

Dec 14th, 2009 | By Emma | Category: English, Li(n)keable

Take a look at these great articles about all things language related which we discovered on the web this week. We liked them so we wanted to link to them and share them with you. Enjoy!…



Consumption habits around the world

Dec 8th, 2009 | By Emma | Category: Topic

So what kind of things do people from different countries spend their money on?…



Li(n)keable 7 December

Dec 7th, 2009 | By Emma | Category: English, Li(n)keable

It’s the time of the week when we share all the cool language related articles we found on the web with you. Come back next Monday for some more great reads!



Irish Winter Warmers

Dec 3rd, 2009 | By Emma | Category: English

In Ireland there is no particular drink which is exclusively associated with Christmas. However, there are numerous hearty beverages which Irish people consume in winter in order to combat the frosty chill in the air.