Description : Japanese speakers -- what is Winter Child in Kanji?
Last Answer : I think it is 子
Description : What are some resources I can use to learn more about Japanese culture?
Last Answer : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Japan
Description : Please point me toward websites that have stories where I can practice reading Japanese.
Last Answer : http://www2.2ch.net/2ch.html
Description : Does anyone know where I can get a page translated from Japanese into English?
Last Answer : Not perfect, but pretty good: http://babelfish.yahoo.com/ Also, this looks promising but I’ve never tried it…probably Goog’s way of competing w/ Yahoo: http://translate.google.com/#
Description : Which is easier to learn, japanese or korean?
Last Answer : Google them both- Japanese grammar and Korean Grammar. Then decide.
Description : Best school to study Japanese in Manhattan, NYC?
Last Answer : answer:I studied a bit of Japanese, but not at the schools you cite (this may sound odd, but I took a course via the Japanese Embassy in Tel Aviv). However, I considered studying at the Japan Society ... address wrong). In any case, in my experience - look for a teacher who's a native speaker
Description : What's the point of learning languages when you have all kinds of translation gadget?
Last Answer : Most of them don’t work worth a shit.
Description : Any language learning app?
Last Answer : Not sure if we’re supposed to provide Google answers but this looks like a reputable article from Huff Po that describes several. I’ve heard good things about DuoLingo and LiveMocha connects you with a live speaker of the language you are studying.
Description : I'm learning Russian, but I want to know more casual ways to speak with someone.
Last Answer : answer:Welcome to ask-public. I don't know if we have any Russian speakers here; if so, they haven't identified themselves in a way that I've seen, anyway. (I guess they would also have to be Russian writers to ... , if that matters to you. And gay AF, which doesn't matter to me, but there it is.)
Description : My friend is learning Hebrew and the sources that he uses are all conflicting?
Last Answer : Is he reading the words in the Hebrew alphabet or transliterations? If they are transliterated into English, the spellings would be different although the pronunciations should be consistent. However, ... That might be some of the confusion. Modern Hebrew generally uses the Sephardic pronunciation.
Description : What is a good way to improve listening skills when learning a foreign language?
Last Answer : Chinese movies? It helped me understanding what english speakers say.
Description : Any tips for learning German?
Last Answer : answer:1. Find a german specking club in your area, you can look on craig's list or on meet up dot com. 2. Subscribe to German word a day email. 3. Look for german lesson podcasts. This is all ... or not you are using a language lesson software like Rosetta. Tell us a bit more on what you are doing.
Description : Anyone have an opinion on a good language learning program?
Last Answer : I only have experience with one program, and that’s the Rosetta Stone program. I really liked the program and know many other’s that have used it and liked it as well. They have 2 different Spanish programs (Latin America and Spain), along with a lot of other languages.
Description : What are the best language learning programs in the market currently?
Last Answer : Rosetta Stone. It works the portion of your brain that functions language so well.
Description : Are our pets better at learning our body language than we are at learning theirs?
Last Answer : No. I would cite anecdotal evidence ad nauseum… but just no.
Description : Will previous French make learning Spanish easier/faster?
Last Answer : Yes, absolutely. And vice versa. The languages are related.
Description : In trying to learn the Korean language, I've come across a few differences in Korean translation. Can someone please clarify which Korean text I should be learning from?
Last Answer : Gamsa is really informal like if i had a friend the same age as me and we are good friends or to someone younger than me. gamsahabnida is the formal way of saying it. that's to an ... but still considered informal. best bet: gamsahabnida. you can never go wrong with speaking to someone formally.
Description : Best resources for "learning" German in one week?
Last Answer : A microchip implant? Good luck. How fluent do they expect you to be? I really thing that an intensive Berlitz Total Immersion Class may be your only hope. Very effective, extremely expensive. On the ... the coffee pot, everywhere you go, someone drilling you with flash cards. Maybe that could work.
Description : What programs are best for learning a new language?
Last Answer : answer:Rosetta Stone gets pretty good reviews. Then again, if cost is not an issue, consider spending some time in Italy.
Description : In an isolated life, what would be the effects of children learning language?
Last Answer : answer:There are a number of cases like this that I've heard about. Usually one kind person-maybe the scientist studying them-tries to teach them language and other habits of civilization. It doesn't ... why parents end up doing things like this. If you need more information, google the wild boy
Description : Will learning Arabic be enough to get me a high paying job?
Last Answer : Not unless you have a still to go with it. Millions of people speak Arabic, but they aren’t all being paid big bucks.
Description : What is the best online course for learning modern Greek?
Last Answer : answer:torrentz.com search for Pimsleur Greek
Description : Question about learning a different language? See details...
Last Answer : I taught my girl to do this the other day!!! I was trying to teach her how to say some French words. Take the tip of your tongue and have it vibrate (whist saying the word) at the back of your upper ... made any sense). Fucking hell. Sorry, about the typos. It's late and I really should be in bed.
Description : Is there a language learning cd/book from Chinese to Dutch?
Last Answer : This site seems to sell some Dutch-Chinese dictionaries which could be helpful. You or she could try contacting the store and ask them if they carry something appropriate.
Description : Advice for someone learning French?
Last Answer : One thing that I do from time to time to sharpen my foreign language skills is to find an online news source and read the news in that language.
Description : What are some ways that you can argue that learning a foreign language is bad?
Last Answer : Why in the world would expanding your knowlege and abilities to communicate with more people be a bad thing? me thinks your in HS and you dont want to learn the lang they are making you learn.
Description : Forgot website name for learning languages?
Last Answer : Busuu is my best guess.
Description : Learning how to speak Mandarin online?
Last Answer : Mandarin is not just one language but a complicated set of regional dialects; plus tone and pitch are an integral part of learning whichever dialect you choose.. I can't imagine learning it online...Do ... college w. a language lab or can you find a native speaker? Maybe you can barter for lessons?
Description : Do those language learning tapes work?
Last Answer : I've had pretty good luck with the Pimsleur progarms - they are mostly oral. I did the Italian for Beginners before spending a month in Italy and was able to have basic conversations with people right away ... now and think it's pretty good too. The downside to those is that they are pretty pricey.
Description : Is Rosetta Stone effective for learning a new language?
Last Answer : I would say so – it’s very good for immersion and “hands-on” learning.
Description : Has anyone here had any luck with learning ASL from home?
Last Answer : answer:I've always been really interested in learning asl too, and have the same problem. I've resolved to learn once I finish school. Side though, I think what's really helpful is having some one ... :) Given they themselves aren't deaf. Also, I do hope you're talking about American Sign Language.
Description : What do other languages exclaim during passionate love making?
Last Answer : This is how Klingons do it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qu5iKvgzpjk
Description : Who do younger women (mostly) raise their voices at the end of a sentence, making it sound like a question?
Last Answer : Because it’s…..like…...that Valley Girl inflection…like? You know???
Description : An important point highlighted in the passage is that (1) only a trained counsellor can help you make the right career choice. (2) it is our abilities, strengths and weaknesses that help us ... many people do not get to pursue the career of their choice because circumstances, ides and people change
Last Answer : (2) it is our abilities, strengths and weaknesses that help us succeed in our career.
Description : This passage may be summarized as (1) In career planning, it is important to involve oneself in cultural/sports activities as much as working hard or acquiring new skills.' (2) Before ... A good career choice results when you follow traditional professions and move along a well-planned path.
Last Answer : (2) ‘Before making a career choice, one should learn to prioritize career options and use one's personality, interests, abilities, aspirations, strengths and weaknesses to plan and decide the most viable option
Description : Career planning is an activity that requires (1) analysing one's personality, interests, abilities, aspirations, strengths and weaknesses. (2) working hard at your studies, acquiring new skills as you move along in ... of one's planning the truth a about as king a plan is that it may not work
Last Answer : (1) analysing one's personality, interests, abilities, aspirations, strengths and weaknesses.
Description : What do I message to a person whom I like..... to start a meaningful conversation (without showing that I'm interested in him)
Last Answer : The funny part is that you ARE interested in hm, but you don't want to show it. Maybe when you turn 16, you will understand that coyness doesn't get you very far, but that honesty does. Did you ever ... . If he's as smart as you say, he will either know, or he'll engage in conversation with you.
Description : Why shouldn't the US require teaching at least part of a curriculum in a non-English language at the start of mandated education?
Last Answer : answer:There are plenty of reasons not to. They aren’t GOOD reasons, but still…
Description : If I want to become fluent in Spanish, should I start out from the beginning or go straight to intermediate lessons?
Last Answer : I went to college with a couple of people that served in the Peace Corps. They learned the language of where they served through total immersion in that language. It was strangely effective.
Description : I've been inspired to start studying classical Greek again. Have you been inspired recently?
Last Answer : I am inspired to learn some spanish because I get to go to Chichen Itsa in the fall. And I am inspired by planting, growing, and harvesting plants so summer is my time. I just ordered more because spring plants and bushes are on sale.
Description : As China is emerging as the next big superpower - wouldn't it make sense to start teaching Chinese as a second language in schools?
Last Answer : International business is primarily done in Mandarin and English. So, yes, in some ways it would be good to know.
Description : How to Start a Language Translating Company
Last Answer : How to Start a Language Translating Company Today's world seems to be shrinking at a rapid pace and the demand for quality language translation is high. For those who are fluent in more ... time goes on and the company becomes more established, it may become necessary to hire fulltime translators.
Description : "The Okay-ish Barrier Reef". Can you change the adjective great in famous sayings/names to another one?
Last Answer : Alexander the Meh. Ivan the meanie.
Description : Is there a term for the act of changing the spelling of a word, to force it to rhyme with another?
Last Answer : Oh loli! It’s prolly…Neoligism.
Description : Is "borrowing" the most appropriate term when used to subtract one number from another?
Last Answer : When I was younger, the term “carry” was used. For me, borrow sounds a bit odd.
Description : How do you learn another language?
Last Answer : Watch Spanish Sesame Street and other YouTube and TV channels.
Description : Can you lurve in another language?
Last Answer : You mean this?—-> ルーブ！ルーブ！
Description : Does it bother you if people have conversations in another language in front of you, and only speak English when you are spoken to?
Last Answer : Can’t say I’ve ever had that experience.
Description : What is another way of saying "getting your groove back"?
Last Answer : back in the saddle again
Description : In sparking a new catch phrase, is this just a coincidence, or yet another example of the Hundred Monkey Phenomenon?
Last Answer : I don’t think it’s a coincidence or even 100th monkey. Nowadays the great shortener seems to be just that, the most convenient first syllables. But, speaking as an O-Wo I’ll let you guess which one :-P I kinda like it!