5 Pronunciation Patterns from Around the World
No matter the language, our mouths tend to look for the same pronunciation shortcuts. Here are 5 of the most common sound changes!| Duolingo Blog
No matter the language, our mouths tend to look for the same pronunciation shortcuts. Here are 5 of the most common sound changes!| Duolingo Blog
Today, Portuguese is spoken in countries around the world, but it got its start centuries ago! Here's how invaders, Goths, and poets shaped the Portuguese language.| Duolingo Blog
French is spoken around the world, so it varies a lot depending on the country! Here are some differences in French dialects.| Duolingo Blog
Discover the history of capital letters and why each language uses them differently.| Duolingo Blog
Think French pronunciation is random? Think again! Discover predictable patterns that make speaking and reading easier.| 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
No language stays the same for long, and French is already undergoing big changes! Here’s what we predict French will be like in the 22nd century.| Duolingo Blog
The French alphabet has 26 letters. Here are their names, how to pronounce them, and how they’re used.| Duolingo Blog
Southern France didn't always speak French—it used to be the home of Occitan. Here's what happened to all the Occitan speakers.| Duolingo Blog
Which would be harder: finding a DeLorean or understanding English from 300 years ago? Language experts weigh in!| Duolingo Blog
How long do you need to become conversational in a language? Here are learning milestones and tips for making the most of your time.| Duolingo Blog
For new learners, it can be hard to know what order words go in. Here are some simple patterns to look for and tips for creating your own sentences in Spanish and other languages!| Duolingo Blog
English and Spanish share a lot of cognates, and they are really helpful for learners! Here are tips for using Spanish cognates to boost your learning.| Duolingo Blog
German is spoken in many European countries and around the world. Here's how German changed over time due to religion, technology, and immigration!| Duolingo Blog
Languages are always evolving new words, meanings, and even grammar—but why? Here's why languages change over time.| Duolingo Blog
Learn more about the roots of the English language, and how the English language evolved over time!| Duolingo Blog
Language families come in all shapes and sizes—some include hundreds of languages, and others just a few. This overview covers 22 of the main groups!| Duolingo Blog
What does it mean for languages to be related, and how do they become so different? This is how languages change over time!| Duolingo Blog
Japanese is growing in popularity, but what's behind this trend? Here is the latest data about where Japanese is most popular and what motivates these learners.| Duolingo Blog
