Lingua francas are used by people who don't have a language in common—and they have a long, complex history! Here are some lingua francas you'll find around the world.| Duolingo Blog
Fasting is an important part of Ramadan, and so are the foods for breaking the fast! Here are common Ramadan foods and greetings from around the world.| Duolingo Blog
Being left-handed used to be taboo, and that changed how languages talked about “left”! Here's how cultures avoided saying this forbidden word.| Duolingo Blog
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This hyperpolyglot has studied over 20 languages—here are her tips for sticking with it, building proficiency, and improving your accent.| Duolingo Blog
Arabic dialects can be surprisingly unique, from the vocabulary and grammar used to how it's pronounced. Here's what you can expect in the most widely spoken Arabic dialects!| Duolingo Blog
Languages are always evolving new words, meanings, and even grammar—but why? Here's why languages change over time.| Duolingo Blog
These cases demonstrate how languages change from political and personal upheaval.| Duolingo Blog
The history of Spanish started even before the Romans arrived in Spain, and it's still evolving today! Here's the story of where Spanish came from.| Duolingo Blog