Native American Languages: The Comanche Language
The Comanche language is a Native American language that, in modern times, had very few speakers. An effort to preserve and teach the language is …
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Study Guide for Ojibwe - The Language of the Ojibwe Indians of the Chippewa Indian Tribe
The Ojibwe language is one of the most widely spoken of the Native American languages. It has been used as a trade language by both the Ojibwe and …
Continue ReadingDifferences Between the East and the West German Languages
Germany was a country fraught with political turmoil including, for a number of decades, a complete split between the East and the West. Because of …
Continue ReadingFlirting Gestures in Different Cultures: Be Sure what You Do Means What you Want It to Mean!
The playful, romantic overtures known as flirting come naturally to many of us. However, when in another country, your natural flirting behavior can …
Continue ReadingLearn About the Hausa Language of Nigeri: Spoken by Nearly 30 Million People
Hausa has a wide user base in Western Africa and is the language most commonly used in popular media within Nigeria. Learn about the language’s …
Continue ReadingWorld Languages: The Evolution of the Indo-European Languages
Nearly half of the people on the planet speak one of the many Indo-European languages or a dialect of a language. Here we determine where the …
Continue ReadingAll Things Irish: Over 15 Resources on Irish Language, Phrases, Clipart, and More!
“Wherever you go and whatever you do, May the luck of the Irish be there with you.” Whether you have Irish in your heritage or just a …
Continue ReadingMeaning Behind Tattoos, Freemasons, High Fives and Gang Symbols
Sign language is many things in different circumstances. Learn about the Meaning of Tattoos, Wireless High Fives and Stacking.
Continue ReadingTraditional Attire for Indian Women
India is home to one of the oldest civilizations. Clothing is an important part of society. Traditional Indian Clothing reminds one of grandeur, …
Continue ReadingConscious Body Language - Hand Gesture Meaning in Different Cultures & Languages
Using the hands to communicate can assist comprehension or deter it, depending on the situation. Some hand gestures that are popular in one culture …
Continue ReadingChristmas in Germany: Marzipan, Sankt Nikolaus and Adventskalender: Three German Customs
Learn about three typically German customs, particularly enjoyed by children. We look at marzipan, a delicious treat, The visit of Sankt Nikolaus, …
Continue ReadingThe Legend of Olentzero: A Basque Christmas Tradition
He may not be Santa Claus, but there are a lot of similarities between the modern Olentzero of Basqueland and his jolly, red-suited cousin. Read on to …
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