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The 1,000 Most Common Dutch Words
Dutch

The 1,000 Most Common Dutch Words: Essential Frequency Vocabulary for Language Learners

If you’re learning Dutch, mastering the 1,000 most common Dutch words is one of the smartest ways to start. These high-frequency words make up the ...
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people gathered outside buildings and vehicles
Japanese

🇯🇵 50+ Essential Japanese Phrases for Travelers (with Literal Translations)

Most people assume they’ll get by with English in Japan — but here’s the reality: fewer than 30% of Japanese people speak English at any ...
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Japanese

15 Essential Japanese Particles and What They Mean

15 Essential Japanese Particles and What They Mean Communicate more effectively with our Japanese particle guide. Although grammar doesn’t always get your heart racing, it ...
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White cherry blossom hanging from a tree over an Asian-style roof
Japanese

10 Essential Japanese Grammar Rules Every Beginner Should Know (with Literal Translations)

こんにちは! (Konnichiwa!)Learn ...
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Most Common Catalan Words
Catalan

The 1,000 Most Common Catalan Words: Essential Frequency Vocabulary

Check out the most common Catalan Words! How many do you already know? Learning Catalan can feel overwhelming at first, but here’s a secret: you ...
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1,000 Common Turkish Words for Language Learners
Turkish

Essential Frequency Vocabulary: 1,000 Common Turkish Words for Language Learners

Learning Turkish can feel overwhelming at first, but mastering the most common words is the fastest way to start speaking confidently.  In this guide, we’ve ...
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