Blog - Which Language Is Best

Language Acquisition: How Many Words Do You Need?

15 September 2020

Learning a second language is quite a different challenge to learning your native language. When you are gradually developing your native language skills, you are also learning a myriad of other things – but learning a second language as an adult is a completely different experience because you are translating what you already know into a new way of communicating and understanding.

In this article, we consider just how far you need to take this process by asking the question: How many words do you need to learn to ‘get by’ in a language?

More than Spanish: Understanding the Languages of Spain

07 April 2020

Castilian Spanish is the most widely spoken language in Spain, but it may surprise you to learn that there are several other regional languages that hold considerable sway in Spain.

Working in Germany: Work Hard, Play Hard and Switch Off!

17 March 2020

Germany is one of the most economically successful countries in the world – and it also happens to have an impressive record on unemployment and productivity. What is more interesting, however, is that it maintains its economic success while encouraging employees to enjoy a healthy work–life balance. In this article we explore why your employees might agree that Germany could be a good spot for European expansion.

20 Facts About Spanish Language and Culture You Didn’t Know

10 March 2020

Take a voyage of discovery via the Americas, continental Europe and even the Philippines to find out more about Spanish language and culture, including why Spanish could become an essential language for business all around the world.

20 Facts About French Language and Culture You Didn’t Know

12 February 2020

France, one of our nearest neighbours, is a prosperous country – and it may be a key source for future business opportunities if and when our trading relationships change after Brexit. French is also a popular language to learn around the world, making it a desirable second language for opening global communication channels.

This article shares some interesting facts and figures about French language and culture – and adds a splash of food and wine in, too!

Choosing Between Mandarin and Cantonese for Business

03 December 2019

If your business is looking towards Asia for future prospects, you may be thinking that Chinese is the language you need to focus on… but what form of Chinese is the best investment? We look at the pros & cons for both dialects to try and answer this thorny question.