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Saying Hello and Goodbye in Russian
To greet one person with whom you're on informal ty (tih) terms, use the word Zdravstvuj (zdrah-stvooy; hello). To greet a person with whom you're on formal vy [more…]
Ten Things Never to Say or Do in Russia
Sometimes, knowing what NOT to do is even more important if you want to fit in or at least produce a good impression. Read on to find out about ten Russian social taboos. [more…]
Sounding Like a Real Russian with Proper Pronunciation
Compared to English pronunciation, which often has more exceptions than rules, Russian rules of pronunciation are fairly clear and consistent. [more…]
Working with Verbs in Arabic
You'll be very pleased to know that verb tenses in Arabic, when compared to other languages, are fairly straightforward. Basically, you only need to be concerned with two proper verb forms: the past and [more…]
Creating Simple, Verb-Free Sentences in Arabic
There are two ways to form sentences in Arabic: You can manipulate definite and indefinite nouns and adjectives, or you can pull together nouns, adjectives, and verbs. In Arabic, it's possible to create [more…]
Understanding Basic Portuguese Grammar
Grammar. Remember that word from high school? Figuring out how to categorize types of words and understanding where they go in a sentence is like putting together a puzzle. And here's some good news: Portuguese [more…]
Understanding the Interaction between Nouns and Adjectives in Arabic
Nouns and adjectives go hand in hand, and in Arabic you can manipulate nouns and adjectives to create little phrases. Unlike in the English language, nouns in Arabic always come before the adjective. [more…]
Introducing Yourself in Portuguese
Introducing yourself in Portuguese is easy as torta de morango (toh-tah jee moh-dahng-goh; strawberry pie). Here are a couple different ways to do it: [more…]
Surveying Sticky Sounds in Russian
Some Russian letters and sounds are hard for speakers of English. Take a look at a few of them and find out how to pronounce them. [more…]
Portuguese Exclamations
To show excitement or appreciation for something, you speak in exclamations. Exclamations in Brazilian Portuguese are much the same as in English, as the following list, which translates some common expressions [more…]
Tricky Portuguese Pronunciations
Some common words in Portuguese are tricky for non-native speakers to pronounce. The following list contains a few of them and their correct pronunciations so you can speak them like a pro. [more…]
Speaking Formally in Portuguese
If you’re talking in Brazilian Portuguese to an authority figure or you want to show respect to an elderly person, be sure to call him or her [more…]
How to Conjugate Regular Portuguese Verbs in Present Tense
Regular verbs in Portuguese end in -ar, -er, and -ir. For the present tense of the verb, just take off the ending and add -o, -a, -amos or -am. The following list shows the conjugation for the [more…]
How to Say the Alphabet in Portuguese
When you’re learning Brazilian Portuguese, reciting your ABCs is probably one of the first things you need to know. The following table is a handy guide to help you get a handle on how to pronounce letters [more…]
Question Words in Portuguese
Even if you’re not a reporter, you need to know how to say who, what, when, where, why, and how in Portuguese — and if you’re a tourist in Portugal or Brazil, knowing how to say [more…]
Numbers from 1 to 10 in Portuguese
Counting from 1 to 10 is a basic skill in any language. How to say those numbers in Brazilian Portuguese is what the following table shows you: [more…]
Standard Portuguese Greetings
If you’re speaking Portuguese, knowing the right questions to ask goes a long way toward helping you make friends in Brazil and Portugal. The following list shows some common questions and greetings. [more…]
Portuguese For Dummies Cheat Sheet
If you want to be understood in Brazil or Portugal, knowing the basics of Portuguese is a necessity. Portuguese For Dummiesgives you lots of information on the language, including how to recite the Portuguese [more…]
Model Admirable Body Language You've Seen in Others
They say that imitation is the greatest form of flattery. To be perceived in the way that you’d like, try thinking of someone in a specific context who moves the way that you’d like to. Use these tips [more…]
How to Present Confidence in Your Body Language
To appear confident in your body language, make sure that you remind yourself that you have the right to be where you are. You have no need to apologise to anyone. To convey confidence, be sure to: [more…]
Body Language Reading
Reading body language is like reading a story. One word doesn’t tell the whole tale, and neither does one isolated gesture. In order to read body language successfully, consider at least three gestures [more…]
Demonstrating Openness and Confidence with Your Body Language
Your moods, attitudes and feelings impact on your body movements and facial expressions. People who feel good about themselves walk upright, move with purpose and radiate warmth and energy. [more…]
Effective Communication through Mirroring Gestures
If you want to communicate effectively with another person, you may find yourself mirroring his or her gestures. That means that your gestures become similar to the other person’s, but not so identical [more…]
How Your Body Language Affects other People's Perceptions of You
The way that you move and gesture plays a huge part in the way you are perceived by others and the impression you leave. Remember these telltale signs when positioning yourself and interpreting the positioning [more…]
Body Language For Dummies Cheat Sheet
If you’re puzzled by other people, or want to change the way other people respond to you, having an insight into body language is key. This Cheat Sheet gives you the absolute essentials. [more…]
