The Spanish language is full of words that convey double meanings. In Mexico, speaking in double entendre, or “albur” as it’s
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Author: Clifton Ray
Scientists Claim Learning Chinese Makes You Smarter
New evidence suggests that learning Chinese may train a host of cognitive abilities not utilized in the study of other
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Why Rush? Reasons To Slow Down Your Language Learning
It’s hard not to notice this trend in language learning; it seems everywhere I turn there is a push to
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Sure, You May Be Fluent, But Can You Do THIS?
(photo credit: squidsquid.com) A couple of weeks ago I began to translate a few of the blog posts into Spanish.
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10 Things Western Women Should Know About Dating Taiwanese Guys
For many people, an inevitable part of moving to a new country for immersion language learning entails dating the locals. If you
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Escalator Etiquette in Taiwan
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wdHPhnyE9U&feature=youtu.be] Have you ever considered escalator etiquette? In Taipei, when ascending or descending escalators, stationary people stand to the right, leaving the
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8 Ways To Tell If A Taiwanese Guy Is Interested In Dating You
How do you know if a Taiwanese guy is interested in dating you? Great question! And one that leaves many
Continue readingLooking For A Toilet In Taiwan?
You’re in luck! Taipei is a toilet friendly city. So friendly, in fact, if you are really adventurous you can try
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