Language Learning Tips from Drops

9 Proven tips to Learn the Galician Language with Language Drops

May 24, 2023

Learn to speak Galician with Drops! Start here if you're planning a trip to Galicia, in north-western Spain or want to learn a new Romance language.

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Keep Your Language Learning Streak Alive with Streak Rescue | Language Drops

May 23, 2023

Introducing Streak Rescue, the new feature from Language Drops that helps users maintain their language learning streaks.

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Introducing the Drops’ Explore Tab

May 19, 2023

Take your language learning to the next level with Drops’ new Explore tab. Search for words and topics, browse categories, and access review tools all in one

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Why You Should Learn the Galician Language with Drops

May 17, 2023

Learn to speak Galician with Drops! Start here if you're planning a trip to Galicia, in north-western Spain or want to learn a new Romance language.

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Introducing Quiz Mode: A Fun Way to Review Your Vocabulary in Drops

Discover a new way to memorize vocabulary in 50+ languages with Quiz Mode from Drops language learning games.

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Can a Language Learning App Be Carbon Compensated? (Hint: Yes)

Drops language learning app commits to becoming a carbon-compensated app with the help of ClimatePartner, taking steps to protect the environment.

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Meet 8 Ukrainians Who Are Learning a Language with Drops

Learn more about how Drops is supporting Ukrainian refugees to overcome language barriers. What is happening with Ukrainian language learning on Drops?

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5 Learners on Why They're Studying Ukrainian with Drops

Learn Ukrainian for free with Language Drops. Learn more about how Drops is supporting Ukrainian refugees to overcome language barriers.

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10 Reasons Why People Learn Endangered Languages with Drops

March 20, 2023

Learn Ainu, Hawaiian, Samoan and te reo Māori for free with Language Drops. Learn more about how Drops is helping keep endangered languages alive.

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10 Words You Need to Know to Celebrate Ramadan

March 17, 2023

Discover 10 Key Terms Related to Ramadan with Language Drops

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Meet the Learners Studying Irish Gaelic with Drops

March 14, 2023

Discover the Magic of Irish Gaelic with Language Drops. We asked our users why they're learning Irish Gaelic with Drops.

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3 Proven Tips to Learn Irish Gaelic (and Some Fun Facts!)

March 7, 2023

Learn Irish with Language Drops! Expand your vocabulary and learn language the fun way with Drops now!

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Top 5 Irish Gaelic Slang Words You Need to Know

March 6, 2023

Discover the top 5 must-know Irish slang words with Language Drops and start learning Irish today!

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How to Learn Irish Gaelic with Language Drops

Learn to speak Irish with Language Drops! Join us in preserving and revitalizing this endangered language.

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Cómo aprender gaélico irlandés con Language Drops

¡Aprende a hablar irlandés con Language Drops! Únete a nosotros y ayúdanos a preservar y revitalizar esta lengua en peligro de extinción.

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Apprenez l’irlandais avec votre appli linguistique Drops

Apprenez l’irlandais avec l’application Drops ! Œuvrez à nos côtés à la préservation et à la revitalisation de cette langue en voie de disparition.

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The Value of Giving Your Employees Language Learning Training

Learn why corporate language training with Drops at Work is one of the best benefits you can provide your employees.

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American Football 101: A Beginner's Guide to the Big Game

February 13, 2023

From understanding key terms to knowing all about the playoffs, halftime show and celebration, this guide has got you covered.

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Reasons to Start Learning the Romanian Language Today | Drops

Learn to speak Romanian with Language Drops! Start here if you’re planning a trip to Romania or want to learn a new romance language.

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5 Tips for Writing a Love Letter in Another Language

February 6, 2023

Whether you're writing a Valentine's letter to a partner, friend or family member, Drops has the words you need.

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5 причин почати вивчати румунську мову вже сьогодні | Drops

Вивчай румунську з Language Drops! Почни зараз, якщо плануєш поїздку до Румунії або хочеш вивчити нову романську мову.

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5 ok, amiért még ma érdemes elkezdened románul tanulni | Drops

Tanulj románul a Dropsszal! Kezdd a tanulást velünk, ha romániai utazást tervezel vagy egy további újlatin nyelvet tanulnál.

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5 razones para empezar a aprender rumano hoy mismo | Drops

¡Aprende a hablar rumano con Drops! Comienza aquí si estás planeando un viaje a Rumanía o quieres aprender una nueva lengua románica.

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5 gute Gründe, noch heute damit zu beginnen, die rumänische Sprache zu lernen | Drops

Erlerne mit Language Drops die rumänische Sprache! Beginne hier, wenn du eine Reise nach Rumänien planst oder eine neue omanische Sprache lernen möchtest.

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Lunar New Year Traditions

January 22, 2023

Read about Lunar New Year traditions and then check out the Drops language learning app to learn Chinese characters and more unique culture facts.

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The Dos and Don’ts of Lunar New Year

January 18, 2023

Read about Lunar New Year traditions and then check out the Drops language learning app to learn Chinese characters and more unique culture facts.

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What Type of Language Learner Are You According to your Zodiac Sign?

January 18, 2023

Let’s take a closer look at how your zodiac sign could reflect your language learning style…

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Continue Your Learning Journey With New Drops Units

Discover how new learning units work within the Drops language learning app.

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Test your language knowledge this Christmas

December 19, 2022

Identity the languages from different clips of festive movies and movie posters.

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5 Tips To Achieve Your Language Learning New Years Resolution in 2023

December 19, 2022

Let Drops language learning give you a leg up with your New Year's Resolution in 2023 with some language learning pro tips.

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6 December Holiday Traditions From Around the World To Inspire You This Winter

December 8, 2022

This Holiday season, learn a language the fun and easy way with Drops language learning games.

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Holiday Songs in 4 Different Languages

December 7, 2022

With Drops language learning you can learn Spanish, Korean, French, and much more the fun and easy way. Start with getting in the holiday spirit with festive

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Halloween Movies in Different Languages

Did you know you can get in the Halloween mood while practicing a language? Watching a movie in the language you're learning is an effective way to practice!

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¿Como Se Dice En Español? How Do You Say That in Spanish? Part Two

The Drops Language Learning app has separate courses for Mexican Spanish and Castilian (Spanish from Spain). Mexican Spanish uses words in a way they wouldn’t

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Celebrate Hangul Day With Drops

Learn about what makes Hangul, the Korean alphabet unique. Read about the history of Hangul Day, celebrated in October 9th, and learn words and phrases specif

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¿Como Se Dice En Español? How Do You Say That in Spanish? Part One

Learn how to say both useful and random words in Spanish in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Whether you’re traveling to Mexico or another Latin American cou

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Why do we have separate courses for Mexican Spanish and Spanish from Spain?

The Drops Language Learning app has separate courses for Mexican Spanish and Castilian (Spanish from Spain). Mexican Spanish uses words in a way they wouldn’t

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Why Learn With Drops Challenges?

Read about why challenges are helpful when you’re building a learning habit, and learn more about all-new Drops Challenges.

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Why Should We Care About Endangered Languages?

Learn about te reo Māori week in New Zealand, and other endangered languages you can help preserve with Drops.

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Drops x UKRAINEPRIDE

Language Drops collaborates with Ukraine Pride on September 1st, the Ukrainian Day of Knowledge to grow our Ukrainian language course.

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Honor Ukrainian culture on Ukrainian Independence Day

See how Drops Language Learning is working to honor Ukrainian language and culture on August 24, 2022 - Ukraine's Independence Day.

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Cultural Dos and Don’ts for Travelers

Get language, etiquette, and food related tips from locals and long time expats so you can travel like a pro in summer of 2022.

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Unique Ice Cream Orders to Get While Traveling

Let every day this summer be ice cream day with unique flavors you won't find back home. Once you've picked your flavor, learn how to order it with Drops!

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European Train Travel Tips

Get exclusive insider tips on train travel in Germany, Spain, and France, and learn why the Drops language app could turn into your favorite travel companion.

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Why We Didn’t Change the Drops Logo for Pride Month

This pride month (and always) Drops is celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community with new language lessons in 37 languages, on social media, and here on our blog.

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Why Drops Is The Ultimate Travel Essential

Learn how to easily access the words you need to make your summer travels smoother than ever before with our effective and fun language learning games.

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So how can I speak Hebrew in a non-binary way?! A Quick Guide for Drops Users

Learn how to speak Hebrew in a non-binary way. Drops has teamed up with the Non-Binary Hebrew Project for our pride collection of LGBTQ+ vocabulary.

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How to Celebrate Pride Wherever You Are

Learn about pride celebrations happening around the world, and get the words you need to celebrate and support LGBTQ+ culture in 37 learning languages.

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How Drops is Showing Pride

May 27, 2022

Learn more about what the Drops Language Learning app is doing internally to drive LGBTQ+ education and celebration forward.

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Meet Sam! Inclusion in our Illustrations

One of our company initiatives is to make sure our characters are as diverse as our learners. Read about our LGBTQ+ representation at Drops and how relatabil

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Introducing our Ukrainian Language Course

Learn Ukrainian for free with Drops! This course was added to help Ukrainian refugees overcome language barriers and to preserve their language and culture.

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Is it Possible to Learn Language with Apps?

October 21, 2021

Are apps an effective tool for learning a new language? Which language learning apps are the best available?

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 13:

October 21, 2021

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in this thirteenth episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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Heading Back into the Office? Take Workplace Talk with You

October 14, 2021

Learn the vocabulary you need to succeed in the workplace in another language. Workplace Talk from Drops teaches you essential words & phrases to use at work.

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3 Tips for Choosing a Tutor for Learning a New Language Online

October 7, 2021

Looking for a language tutor? Finding a language tutor who is the right fit can be tough. Here are 3 tips to help you find the right language teacher for you.

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How to Use Flashcards to Introduce New Words

September 29, 2021

Having trouble remembering words in a new language? Flashcards are an effective tool to help you recall new vocabulary in another language. Here's how.

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Get Ready to Go Back to School: 5 Tips for Foreign Language Prep for the New School Year

September 23, 2021

Learning a new language at school? Here are five things you can do to get school-ready in your language studies.

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How to Effectively Study Chinese: Learning Chinese Doesn't Have to be Scary

September 16, 2021

Five tips for filtering through resources and learning tips for Chinese to optimize your Chinese language learning.

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Exciting New Updates Have Drops-ed

September 9, 2021

The biggest update from Drops ever! Includes: play with friends, a new look, and new content -- Workplace Talk.

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How to Find Your Own Spanish Writing Style

September 6, 2021

Want to improve your Spanish writing skills? Here are several tips to help you develop your own writing style in the Spanish language.

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Where to Travel During COVID and Tips to Stay Healthy!

September 2, 2021

Learn how to stay safe as travel begins to open back up with suggestions for staying healthy as well as with relevant vocabulary in other languages.

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5 Fun Games You Can Play to Learn a Language Efficiently

August 23, 2021

Language learning can be fun, especially if you incorporate play into your routine. Discover 5 games you can play to learn a new language.

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Summer Mode On! 5 Ways to Enjoy Learning and Summer Fun with Drops

August 19, 2021

Learn how to talk about your favorite summer activities in another language. Learn words related to sports, camping, and visiting the beach.

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60 Essential German Travel Phrases

August 12, 2021

A collection of key German phrases you need to travel around Germany. Learn to order at restaurants, ask for directions, check in to your hotel, and more.

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10 Podcasts to Help You Learn a New Language

August 5, 2021

Learning a new language and looking for a podcast to support your studies? Here's a list of 10 podcasts for language learners.

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A List of Spanish-Speaking Countries and How Many People Speak the Language

August 4, 2021

Wondering how many people speak Spanish around the world and where Spanish is spoken? This post answers your questions about Spanish.

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8 Ways Writing Can Help You Learn a Language

July 29, 2021

Picking up a language is definitely a skill and the best way to do it is to maintain a balance. Writing may be the magic key to learning a new language.

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Capitalization in German

July 26, 2021

Are you learning German? Have you wondered what its capitalization rules are? In this article, we answer your German capitalization questions.

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How to Talk About Competitive Sports in Another Language

July 22, 2021

Learn how to discuss competitive sports in 45+ languages, English sports metaphors, how to cheer your team on in a new language, and other sports words.

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Goodbye in Japanese: 9 Ways to Say Bye in Japanese

July 15, 2021

How do you say goodbye in Japanese? Learning how to say goodbye in Japanese is a must if you’re starting out with the language so you can wrap up your chats.

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Test Your Knowledge of Spanish & Mexican Culture

July 8, 2021

Learning Spanish? Test your knowledge of the Spanish language basics and Mexican culture! 

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The 3 W’s and the 3 R’s: Tips from Memory Champion Yänjaa Wintersoul

July 1, 2021

Systems are a proven way to effectively learn a language. And Memory Champion Yänjaa Wintersoul has two she’s found to be effective. Here's what they are.

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Why It's Important To Learn a Foreign Language in College

June 24, 2021

Knowing foreign languages can be a great advantage for your academic and professional career. Here's why you should learn a language as a college student.

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Multilingualism in the Classroom

June 10, 2021

The world is getting much more multilingual each year. And in this article, we look at the impact of multilingualism in the classroom.

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New Languages, New Continent! Learn Yoruba, Igbo, and Swahili with Drops

June 3, 2021

We've added three new languages to Drops! You can now learn Swahili, learn Igbo or learn Yoruba with our fun, immersive play.

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10 Useful Techniques to Help Students Memorize New Vocabulary

May 27, 2021

Struggling to remember the words you've learned? Here are 10 things you can do to master vocabulary in any language.

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 12: What's the best way to learn a language when no one near you knows it?

May 20, 2021

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the twelfth episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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25 Phrases You'll Only Hear in Spain

May 13, 2021

Here are 25 Spanish words and expressions you'll only hear in Spain. Learn Castillian Spanish like a local.

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What Does the 🦊 Say? Learn Animal Sounds with Drops

May 6, 2021

One of the things you learn early on in your native language are animal sounds. But have you learned these basic sounds in another language?

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3 Ways Technology Makes Language Learning Less Boring

April 29, 2021

How to use technology to revive your language. With new tech resources like online videos & learning apps, learning a foreign tongue can remain interesting.

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Make an Impact! Learn to Discuss Climate Change in Different Languages

April 23, 2021

We're introducing a Climate Awareness topic to Drops. Learn new vocabulary about Mother Nature, Climate Crisis & Making an Impact.

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Test Your Knowledge of Portuguese & Brazilian Culture

April 15, 2021

Learning Portuguese? Test your knowledge of the Portuguese language basics and Brazilian culture! 

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12 Language Learning Tips from a Memory Champion

April 8, 2021

We teamed up with 4x memory champion Nelson Dellis to share his tips for learning a new language and making it stick. 

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How to Be a Better Writer in a Foreign Language

April 1, 2021

There are four core language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Here are tips that can help you become a better writer in a foreign language.

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Test Your Knowledge of Japanese & Japanese Culture

March 25, 2021

Learning Japanese? Test your knowledge of the Japanese language basics and Japanese culture! 

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How Spring is Celebrated Around the World

March 18, 2021

Spring is right around the corner – are you ready to celebrate the season? Test your knowledge of the spring holidays celebrated around the world.

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Ask the Polyglot 11: What is the best method to learning a new language?

March 11, 2021

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the eleventh episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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Studying Kanji for the JLPT N5

March 4, 2021

In this article, you'll learn what information you need to learn about kanji, as well as discuss what kind of questions you can expect to see on the JLPT exam

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 10: What are the most essential verbs in any language?

February 25, 2021

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the tenth episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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29 Useful Phrases You Can Use When Ordering Coffee in Another Language

February 18, 2021

Learn these 29 words and phrases to confidently order coffee in another language. Learn coffee vocabulary in Japanese, French, Italian, Spanish, and Arabic.

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Learn to Say “Bull” in 41 Languages to Celebrate the Year of the Ox

February 11, 2021

With Drops, you can get ready for the Year of the Ox by learning to say “ox”, or “bull”, in more than 40 languages.

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 9: Why can’t I focus on one language and find almost all languages interesting?

February 4, 2021

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the ninth episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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Hello in Korean: 11 Ways to Say Hi in Korean

January 21, 2021

How do you say hello in Korean? Learning basic greetings in Korean is a must if you’re starting out with the language and will help you in Korean conversation

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 8: How much time do you spend a day to learn a language fast?

January 14, 2021

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the eighth episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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Zoom Your Way to Holiday Fun in Lockdown

January 7, 2021

Finding new ways to connect with family is important this holiday season. Explore how to host a fun, seasonal virtual get together with friends and family thi

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Take Your Language Learning Further with #90DayswithDrops

December 31, 2020

This year, we're getting ready to kick off our third ever 90 Days with Drops language learning challenge, a 90-day challenge to accelerate your learning.

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 7: How do you reactivate a language you haven’t used for a while?

December 24, 2020

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the seventh episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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How to Promote Your Translation Service and Win New Clients, Even During a Recession

December 17, 2020

Promoting your translation services effectively is key to winning new clients. With the right approach, you can build your professional translation business.

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Namaste! Drops introduces Sanskrit for Yoga

December 15, 2020

We’re introducing something completely new to Drops! You can now learn Yoga Asanas in… Sanskrit! This language is a classical language spoken in South Asia. I

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Ask the Polyglot Episode 6: How do I Improve My Listening Skills?

December 4, 2020

Join Drops' Resident Polyglot and Language Expert as she answers your language learning questions in the sixth episode of "Ask the Polyglot".

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