Federica Lupis
Interview with Nyuz, the Guru of Language Learning.
For the second year in a row, I had the chance to interview Miss Nyuz Letter, the guru of language learning. Here are the highlights...
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Federica Lupis
Nov 4, 20224 min read
Language Learning Quotes
The other day, my coffee maker went missing. I usually leave it on the kitchen bench near the stove, so I assumed my partner had moved it...
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Federica Lupis
Oct 4, 20226 min read
Interesting facts about languages
After three years of waiting, I was finally able to see my family and friends in Europe. I had a great time, and it was comforting to see...
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Federica Lupis
Jul 21, 20226 min read
Interesting facts about languages
Did you know that polar bears are not white, humans can’t lick their elbows, and the earth is not actually round?!
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Federica Lupis
Jul 21, 20226 min read
Drops vs Duolingo. What is the best app to learn a language?
One Sunday morning, I was making breakfast while my kittens purred and rubbed against my legs. All of a sudden, I heard a female voice...
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Federica Lupis
Jun 28, 20224 min read
Is it worth learning a language abroad?
During my fourth year of high school, I was offered the opportunity to join an internship in Bourbon Lancy, France.
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Federica Lupis
May 29, 20224 min read
What can I do when I don’t know a word in a foreign language?
Last week, I went to Sushi Train with a friend. We tried a delicious dish sprinkled with a white vegetable, but we couldn’t figure out...
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Federica Lupis
May 3, 20224 min read
How to find the best Internet resources for learning a language
Last week, I was searching for Spanish exercises on the Internet. After a bit of research, I found a comprehension exercise...
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Federica Lupis
Apr 3, 20225 min read
Should I get rid of my accent?
Last week, while I was at work, I got a call from someone who wanted to speak to my boss...
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Federica Lupis
Mar 1, 20224 min read
Does your personality change when you speak a foreign language?
My last trip before the pandemic was to Cuba. I always dreamed of travelling there, and as I entered Havana in one of those vintage cars...
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Federica Lupis
Feb 1, 20224 min read
What shall I do when I can’t stick to my plan?
After Christmas, I sat down with my partner Ash and said: “We need to talk”. His face turned pale as if I were about to drop a bombshell...
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Federica Lupis
Jan 2, 20224 min read
New Year’s Resolutions for Language Learners
I love Christmas. I’m not into the tree-gifts-decorations thing, but I like seeing how it puts everyone in a good mood.
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Federica Lupis
Dec 3, 20216 min read
Interview with Nyuz, the guru of language learning.
If last week you had told me that I was going to write about my interview with one of the hottest celebrities out there, I would have...
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Federica Lupis
Nov 3, 20215 min read
The Pareto Principle in language learning
Recently, there has been a lot of hype about the Netflix series ‘Clickbait’. In case you haven’t seen it, it’s about a seemingly perfect...
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Federica Lupis
Oct 3, 20215 min read
Why is it easier to understand a language than to speak it?
Have you ever met someone whose mother tongue is different from that of their parents? Unless you live in North Sentinel Island...
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Federica Lupis
Sep 3, 20214 min read
They’ll tell you: ‘You can’t do this’. Don’t listen.
One day after school, I marched towards my mum’s car with my arms crossed and my face covered in tears.
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Federica Lupis
Aug 3, 20214 min read
Can you learn a language in your sleep?
It was back in 1993 when I saw one of the films that would influence the course of my life. I was 7, and no, it wasn’t Sailor Moon...
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Federica Lupis
Jul 4, 20214 min read
Will learning languages become obsolete?
Not long ago, I was making small talk at a party. In the space of five minutes, Mr X had already asked the most burning questions...
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Federica Lupis
Jun 4, 20213 min read
How to make time to learn a language
You have to work, study, clean the house, see the dentist, make lunch and dinner and buy a last-minute gift for that party you didn’t...
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Federica Lupis
May 4, 20213 min read
How long does it take to learn a language?
After the excitement of learning a new language has worn off – between 5 and 10 minutes at most...
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