If you’ve ever lived or worked abroad, you’ve probably heard this advice: “Just call, it’s quicker!” For locals, this feels simple. But for someone communicating in a second (or even third!) language, phone calls can be one of the hardest…
When I just arrived to Spain, I often felt lost in group conversations. At first, it seemed manageable, but suddenly everyone started talking at the same time. Voices overlapped, the volume went up, and I didn’t know who to focus…
Why it’s not stupid to ask for the definition of words A pause… or sarcasm? A few years ago, I had a series of confusing text exchanges with my mother. Her messages often ended with three dots “…”, which I…