Genine Torres

Ever wondered how saying “hello” can differ so much around the world? In Russia, your choice of greeting can reveal a lot about your relationship with someone. When I first started learning Russian, I was surprised by the variety of ways to say "hello" and how each choice influences the

I landed in Tokyo in late October 2023, jet-lagged but excited to start my new job as an English teacher at Honjo Metropolitan High School. Little did I know I'd stepped into Halloween mania, Japanese style! The streets of Shibuya were a sea of costumes, with everything from anime characters

For a whole year, I lived right next to Asakusa station in Tokyo. Every day, I'd step out of my apartment and see the most amazing mix of clothing. One minute, I'd spot a group of friends in beautiful yukatas heading to the nearby Senso-ji Temple. The next, I'd see

Think you can't pull off pirate speak for a day?

You know that cozy feeling when you're curled up on the couch, watching a great Christmas flick? Now imagine that, but you're also leveling up your Spanish skills at the same time. Pretty sweet deal, right? That's exactly what we have for you in this post: Spanish Christmas Movies! We've

Raise your hand if you've ever found yourself swooning over a romantic scene in a K-drama, where the dashing lead surprises the heroine with a stunning bouquet of flowers or 꽃 (Kkot). As a fellow K-drama enthusiast and K-pop fan, I've often daydreamed about receiving a beautiful arrangement from my

Asian languages are gaining popularity worldwide, and for good reason. With about 1.5 billion people learning foreign languages globally, Mandarin Chinese has become a top choice, boasting over 100 million learners. This surge is largely due to China's growing economic influence. But here's the thing: while Mandarin is popular,

One of the best parts about being bilingual? You get to laugh in more than one language! As someone who genuinely loves learning foreign languages, I know for one that knowing jokes in different languages lets you enjoy humor that might not make sense in translation. Take this one for

Ever dreamed of strolling through the charming streets of Berlin or sipping beer at a traditional Bavarian Biergarten? I know I have! While my dream trip to Germany is still in the planning stages, I've been prepping for that future trip in the most practical way I know how: Learn