Language Learning in Lockdown
Our new survey shows that during 2020 there has been a surge in language learning in the UK. Published for International Mother Language Day (21st of February), the survey of UK respondents is an annual
Read onTop languages for working abroad 2021
CEO of recruitment firm DMCG Global, Justin McGuire, gives his prognosis for the jobs markets in the time of lockdown. Where are the growth industries? Which countries are booming? Can we work in them
Read onBrits still want to work abroad (despite Brexit) – here’s why
Recruitment specialist Natasha Stark talks through the new survey by Rosetta Stone. It suggests that while a small number of Brits may have given up dreams of working abroad after Brexit, many are still
Read onWhat Black Friday means – for you
Black Friday is now a term that most people in Europe are familiar with too, but do you know what it means?
Read onHow language learning helps us de-stress and stay cheerful
Language learning is a discipline that demands routine and dedication. Qualities that are very productive for de-stressing and giving structure to our days – something that is particularly lacking
Read on‘More than Words’ Podcast. Episode 1: Language and Culture
very first episode of the new Rosetta Stone Podcast ‘More than Words’. Listen as Alex Outhwaite talks to Susie Dent (writer, broadcaster and Countdown legend) and Even Edinger (travel vlogger,
Read onWhich language should I learn after English?
for native English speakers and those who have already achieved proficiency in English, the issue of which is the next most useful language to learn is more nuanced. Here are some questions and answers
Read onBad Translations
When we first come to a foreign language our instinct is to seek translations. It’s a very natural approach, but translating is not the most effective or enjoyable way to learn. It’s hard mental
Read onWhere does the word Europe come from?
There are several theories for where the word Europe comes from. To mark European Day of Languages (26th of September) we have answered this question and several other questions about European languages,
Read onAdd a new language to your CV
While it may take a long time before you can really do business in a new language, the appreciation and kudos you get with a few well-spoken greetings is easy to achieve. By starting to learn a new language
Read onExplore 24: Korean for K-Pop
The recent success of Korean boy-band, BTS, with their hit ‘Dynamite’ is a reminder of what a good year it has been for Korean culture. This has been supported by a surge in people learning
Read onExplore 24: the most popular non-European languages
Now Rosetta Stone gives you access to all 24 languages it teaches, there’s a great opportunity to explore some of the less-well-known ones. Why not explore the sights and sounds of Vietnamese, Korean,
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