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Dutch on thin ice
Dutch sports are dominated by skating in winter. You can follow all the major competitions live on TV. And when a Dutch skater wins, loses miserably or makes a mistake, you’ll find everyone talking about it around the coffee machine at work the next day, so it helps to know a little about the Dutch culture and a few words related to skating.
Communicating in Arabic can be an art in itself
Communication consists of more than just words. For example, if you want to speak Arabic, tone, body language and context are just as important as the literal message. This article is about the communication style in the Arabic-speaking world. Read on if you want to start learning Arabic or improve your knowledge of Arabic.
Six tips to help you understand German cases
If you've ever studied German – whether at school, university or later in life – you probably remember the infamous case system. You may even remember the list: mit, nach, bei, seit... Whether you can apply them is another question...
What’s your name in Chinese?
Your name is often the first thing you say in a conversation. In China, though, you need to think about it for a moment. That’s because it’s common there to adapt your name. In this blog, you’ll read how that works and how to choose a Chinese name that suits you.
How to conjugate English verbs in Dutch
'Ik heb het systeem geüpgraded.' It may sound a little strange in Dutch, but linguistically it is correct. We are seeing more and more English verbs becoming established in the Dutch language. Although they retain their English pronunciation, they are conjugated in the Dutch manner. In this article, we explain the rules and provide a list of examples.
What is your language challenge for 2026?
Better collaboration, more persuasive communication, smarter networking. You may not realise it, but it all starts with language. Especially if you work in a language you did not grow up with, it is a good idea to consider how you come across in that language. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it's easy to neglect your language skills. So choose your language challenge for this year now and make a plan.