15 Countries with Surprising Names in Their Own Language
We don’t always call a country the same name it calls itself! Here are 15 examples, and the reasons behind the differences.| Duolingo Blog
We don’t always call a country the same name it calls itself! Here are 15 examples, and the reasons behind the differences.| Duolingo Blog
Languages vary in how complex they are to learn. These five languages are among the most challenging for English speakers!| Duolingo Blog
The world’s languages are written in really different ways! This guide explains different scripts and which languages use each.| Duolingo Blog
There are many reasons languages can seem similar, and it's not always because they're related. Here's the complex case of Arabic, Hebrew, and Persian.| Duolingo Blog
Discover how different cultures say “yes”—it isn’t always as simple as it sounds!| Duolingo Blog
Expert tips from Duolingo on Arabic for beginners, learning the Arabic alphabet, and what makes a language "hard" to learn.| 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
Mistakes are a natural part of learning a new language—it's just how our brains are built! Here are the mistakes an accomplished polyglot makes, even after 25 years.| Duolingo Blog
