Compare expressions, phrases, and idioms across languages. See how cultures express ideas in unique and fascinating ways.
British vs. American Idioms: Same Language, Different Meaning Read More »
Language ComparisonsEnglish is spoken across the world, but that doesn’t mean everyone who speaks it uses the same expressions. Nowhere is […]
How Other Languages Say “It’s Raining Cats and Dogs” Read More »
Language ComparisonsThe English idiom “it’s raining cats and dogs” is one of the most well-known—and oddest—ways to describe a heavy downpour.
Do Idioms Translate? 5 Expressions That Get Lost Between Cultures Read More »
Language ComparisonsIdioms are colorful, fun, and often hilarious—but they can also be one of the hardest parts of a language to
From English to Japanese: Wildly Different Ways to Say the Same Thing Read More »
Language ComparisonsIf you’ve ever tried learning Japanese as an English speaker, you know it can feel like stepping into another world.
Fun Idioms from Around the World You’ll Wish Existed in English Read More »
Language ComparisonsEvery language has its own quirky, colorful idioms—but some are so unique and delightful that they make English sound… a
Why Do Brits Spell Words Differently? 7 Odd UK vs US Examples Read More »
Language ComparisonsAlmost everyone who’s tried to write in English has, at some point, paused over the spelling of a particular word.
