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No matter if you're a language learning beginner or someone who has already mastered a language, we have collected a wide range of articles for you to read. Read articles related to grammar tutorials, phrases, culture introductions, sharing learning experiences, and more. Explore articles written by italki teachers. Find another way to learn outside of lessons!

Oct 13, 2025 6:51 AM

🎃 October Traditions: Halloween, Holidays, and Learning Portuguese

For Portuguese learners, these holidays are not only fascinating but also a great opportunity to expand vocabulary and connect with culture.Halloween in Portugal, Switzerland, and the United StatesIn

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Oct 13, 2025 6:26 AM

The Curious World of Silent Letters in English

One of the most fascinating aspects of the English language is its spelling. For learners, it can feel confusing, even unfair, that words are often written one way but pronounced another. Unlike langu

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Oct 10, 2025 8:21 AM

5 Polite Ways to Say “No” at Work

You want to be a team player, you want to show you’re a hard worker, and you never want to look rude or unhelpful. But sometimes, you just can’t say yes. Maybe you’re already swamped with projects, o

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Sep 24, 2025 8:15 AM

Speak More Fluently with This Simple Technique

Have you ever been in a conversation or exam where you gave a short answer to a question and the other person just looked at you, waiting for more? This is frustrating; you might know more vocabulary

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Sep 18, 2025 6:25 AM

How to Read and Understand a Business Contract in English

Business contracts are legal agreements between two or more parties. They define responsibilities, terms, and conditions for business transactions. For ESL (English as a Second Language) learners, und

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Sep 17, 2025 3:41 AM

6 Ways italki Can Help You Succeed in Your School Language Classes

School is about to start! For many people, it has already started. Across the world, students from kindergarten through university are beginning language lessons. Some of them will reach proficiency i

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Aug 21, 2025 7:25 AM

The Power of Storytelling in Business Communication

In the business world, facts and figures are important, but what really captures attention is a good story. Whether you're presenting an idea, leading a meeting, introducing a product, or writing a bu

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Aug 18, 2025 6:20 AM

Back-to-School English: 15 Must-Know Phrases for the Classroom

So, it's that time again. Fresh notebooks, charged laptops, and the slightly awkward small talk at the start of class. Whether you're heading into a physical classroom or logging on from your kitchen

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Aug 6, 2025 6:50 AM

Ten Tourist towns in Portugal that nobody remembers

1. Monsanto (Castelo Branco)Why visit: Known as the ‘most Portuguese village in Portugal’, Monsanto is built among huge granite rocks, with houses built into the stones.Attractions: Medieval castle, t

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Jul 7, 2025 3:19 AM

How to Communicate Confidence in English Without Sounding Arrogant

A Practical Guide for ESL ProfessionalsWhen you're working in English, especially in a business environment, being confident in how you speak is essential. But for many ESL learners, there's a fine li

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