Learning languages is not a luxury for people in Asia, it is a necessity of life. To be bilingual or multilingual is not an easy feat but it is a journey that everyone looks forward to embracing if the opportunity arises. Unfortunately not everyone is capable of mastering two languages at one time, so introducing [...]
Archive | February, 2011
Abbot and Castello: Teaching English Homophones, Homographs and Homonyms
Some of us may remember these comedians Abbott and Castello. This particular comedy sketch is very useful to learn what homophones, homographs and homonyms are all about.
Chingay Parade 2011 Singapore, I Was There
I was at the Chingay Parade Singapore yesterday Friday 11 2011. We were seated at the podium facing the Singapore Flyer and Marina Bay Sands. It was officially opened by Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr Lee Hsien Loong. I couldn’t hear his speech because the level of noise from Harley Davidson bikers which are parked [...]
Hong Kong Or Singapore PR: Bilingual Letter In The Mailbox
In my country, it is common to receive letters our mailboxes which are written in at least 3 languages. It is handy to know all the languages!! Here is a typical note from a person looking for a place to rent. It has been written in English and Mandarin. If you read it carefully, Mr [...]
How Sensitive Are You Towards Learning Languages?
How do you know if you are sensitive towards learning a language? How would you know if you are not cheating time by faking your own interest? “I love this guy but he is a foreigner. So I should learn his language to get to know him better?” It does not work that way. This [...]
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