Answering this question on Quora: “How do Arabs feel, speaking MSA/Fus7a with foreigners?”
If you are used to speaking MSA/Fus7a on a regular basis, that is, if you are a journalist or a teacher of MSA/Fus7a, for example, you probably feel OK. Otherwise, it can feel very tedious to maintain a conversation in MSA/Fus7a.
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The Anatomy of an Epic: How “Meat” Became Music in Arabic
What do a butcher shop, a chaotic battlefield, and Homer’s Iliad all have in common? In today’s episode, we uncover the fascinating linguistic ties behind the Arabic root ل-ح-م (l-ḥ-m). While you might recognize laḥm as the everyday word for "meat," its ancient foundation revolve ... Show More
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Sep 2025
You Can Speak Chinese, but Can You Understand the Reply? (And Other Listener Questions)
Jared and John are back with a full episode dedicated to answering listener questions covering everything from language learning strategies to cultural quirks. They explore the challenges of using sarcasm in Mandarin, how to prepare for a trip to China if you're not yet fluent, a ... Show More
32m 54s
Mar 2025
330. How To Move Abroad? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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I have lived abroad for about 5 of the past 8 or 9 years. I have lived in Japan as a worker, a student, ... Show More
29m 32s
