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Cardinal Guiseppe Mezzofanti was a 19th century polyglot who is believed to have spoken at least 39 languages!
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Why The Greek Language Isn't That Difficult To Learn

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Today I'm going to convince you that Greek is actually far easier to learn than you've been led to believe.
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The Main Differences Between Formal And Informal Spanish

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One difference English speakers have to get used to when learning Spanish is the difference between formal and informal language.
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SpanishVIP Review: My Favorite Custom Spanish Classes

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Lingvist Review: Useful App Concept But A Bit Monotonous

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Mandarin Blueprint Review: Surprisingly Good Chinese Course

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How To Say Good Morning In French [Formal + Informal]

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Here's a helpful guide to the common and not so common ways to say 'good morning' in French.
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How To Introduce Yourself In Greek [Essential Phrases]
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How To Introduce Yourself In Greek [Essential Phrases]

November 28, 2021
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In this simple guide, I'll explain how to say introduce yourself in Greek, with multiple variations.
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