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At Crossing Borders, we love teaching our students new languages because we know how fascinating this knowledge can be. One of the most interesting parts of learning a new language is developing a whole new set of vocabulary, which may leave you wondering, “why doesn’t English have a word for this?” In our last blog,…
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One of the best parts of learning a new language is all of the interesting vocabulary you learn. Even though English has millions of words, it is fascinating to learn how different languages communicate different concepts. French is one language that is filled with interesting words. In this blog, we will go over some French…
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An integral part of learning a new language is practicing on a daily basis. However, at Crossing Borders, we understand that you have a busy life, and making time to practice your new language may seem daunting. Fortunately, there are ways to can seamlessly incorporate your new language into your life. Read our infographic below…
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Learning a new language is an extremely worthwhile endeavor. It can help you travel internationally, make new friends, sharpen your mental clarity, and give you a new lot on life. However, learning a new language is easier said than done. You may have had this common experience that many people have: you resolve to learn…
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It may surprise you to learn that there is actually a lot of variation in how Spanish is spoken. Though when you are learning Spanish, it seems like a straightforward language, there are actually many differences between the Spanish that is spoken in Spain and the Spanish that is spoken in Latin America. In this…
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The TOEFL test is important for anyone who speaks English as a second language and intends to attend an English-speaking university. This widely recognized test serves as a measure of how well you speak English, and is recognized by thousands of colleges around the world. If you live in the Houston area and need to…
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English is a language with over a million words, so it is hard to imagine that there are words from other languages that cannot be translated into English. However, there are many words from the over 6,000 languages spoken in the world that do not have an English equivalent. In this blog, we will go…
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Everyone who has learned a new language has experienced it: you are trying to find the right word for what you are trying to say, but your mind goes blank. While this can be embarrassing, rest assured that it is a universal experience, and an unavoidable part of learning a new language. Here, we will…
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In school, you may have heard that learning French is “impractical,” and it makes more sense to learn Spanish because there are many Spanish speakers in our country. However, French actually has many practical applications in life that may surprise you. At Crossing Borders, we offer French classes because we believe that anyone can benefit…
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It is a common misconception that it is impossible to become fluent in a new language as an adult. While it is true that it is easier for children to learn new languages, not only is it possible for adults to learn foreign languages, it is extremely beneficial to them. At Crossing Borders, we are…
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