Learning the language where you live
Practical guides for expats, nomads and travelers learning the local language, plus honest comparisons of language learning apps.
Living abroad
The Portuguese You Actually Need in Your First Month in Portugal
The European Portuguese phrases for your first weeks in Portugal: paperwork, renting a flat, the bank, the health centre, cafés, trains and your new neighbours.
Best apps
The Best App to Learn French: An Honest Comparison
Duolingo, Babbel, Pimsleur, Busuu, italki and PrettyFluent compared for learning French: what each is best at, how you pay, and which fits your goal.
Learning guides
French Conversation for Beginners: 5 Everyday Dialogues You'll Actually Use
Five short French conversations for beginners, from greeting a neighbour to booking a restaurant, with translations, native audio and the phrases that keep them going.
Learning guides
French Phrases for Tourists: What to Say in Cafés, Shops, Stations and Restaurants
The French phrases tourists actually use, sorted by situation: greetings, directions, cafés, restaurants, shopping and emergencies, with native audio.