#vocab challenge

[floertoer]

[korstudying]

🌸🌼🌸 30-Day Journey to Korean Language Mastery! 🌸🌼🌸

Hey there language lovers! Are you ready for an exciting adventure in learning Korean at a more intermediate level? 🇰🇷✨ In this 30-day study schedule, we'll dive into some juicy grammar topics that'll take your Korean skills to the next level. Ready to embark on this language adventure? Let's rock this 30-day challenge together! Happy studying and remember, every step counts on the road to Korean language mastery! 화이팅! 💪✨

Week 1: Verb Modification and Advanced Sentence Structures Day 1: Time to dust off those honorifics and level up your respect game! Show some love to those verbs with various honorific verb endings. Day 2-3: Let's express our wishes and assumptions with "았/었으면 좋겠다" (I wish I had) and "-(으)ㄹ 텐데" (I suppose, I think). Wishful thinking, here we come! 🌠 Day 4-5: No more doubts about "have to" or "can do"! Master "-아/어/여야 하다" (have to, must) and "-아/어/여도 되다" (can, may). Day 6-7: Weave your magic into sentences with various verb modifications and advanced structures using the things you've studied the past few days.

Week 2: Subjunctive and Concessive Expressions Day 8-9: Curiosity piqued? Delve into "-아/어/여 보다" (try to do) and "-아/어/여지다" (become something). Adventure awaits! 🚀 Day 10-11: Unveil the power of "even if" with "-더라도" and the allure of "either" with "-든지". Day 12-13: Embrace "no matter how much someone says" with "아무리~-(으)라고 해도" and the certainty of "regardless of" with "-든간에". Day 14: Take a deep breath and look back on the amazing grammar points we've conquered so far! You're soaring to new heights! 🦅

Week 3: Advanced Particles and Connectives Day 15-16: Adventure calls! Set out on "-을 테니까" (since I will) and navigate "-느라고" (because of, due to). Day 17-18: Embrace the twists and turns of "-를 지경이다" (to the extent of) and "-는바람에" (because of, on account of). The path may be challenging, but you're up for it! Day 19-20: "Even if it's tough, let's do it!" Dive into "-아/어/여서라도" and "might have to do" with "-아/어/여야 할지도 모르다". Day 21: Let's take a moment to bask in the glory of the grammar points we've mastered in Week 1 to Week 3. Proud language learners unite! 🌟

Week 4: Expressing Intention and Assumptions Day 22-23: Master the art of expressing intentions with "기로 하다" (decide to do) and "으려던 참이다" (was about to do). Your plans are set in motion! Day 24-25: Delve into assumptions with "ㄴ/는다고 하다" (heard that) and "ㄹ/을 것 같다" (seems like). The mystery unfolds! 🔍 Day 26-27: Let's get speculative with "것 같으면서" (while feeling like) and "(으)니까" (since, because). The intrigue continues! 🕵️‍♂️ Day 28: Embrace your linguistic prowess as you navigate the subtleties of intention and assumptions. Let's recap the past few days!

Week 5: Advanced Particles and Expressions Day 29-30: Explore the nuances of "만에 하다" (to do after a long time) and "아니면서도" (although, even though). Time to fine-tune your expressions! Day 31: Reflect on your incredible progress and pat yourself on the back for conquering advanced grammar structures. You've come so far, and there's no stopping you now! 🎉

[365buns-ayear]

Your blog and arts have made Parsley and me smile! Have a Parsley!

(day 65)

ok ok I know this wasn't a request but I had to! Parsley is such a bun and this made my entire life, I can't thank you or Parsley enough!

[linguafrencha]

Day 32

Расцветать (verb, imperf.) - to bloom

Яблоня (noun, n.) - apple tree

Груша (noun, m.) - pear

Берег (noun, m.) - shore

Заводить (verb, imperf.) - to start/wind up/establish

Сизый - bluish/dove colored

Орёл (noun, m.) - eagle

Беречь (verb, imperf.) - to protect/take care of/save

Девичий (adj.) - girly/maiden

Вслед (adv.) - after/following (smth.)

Боец (noun, m.) - fighter

Пограничье (noun, n.) - borderland

Поплыть (verb, perf.) - to swim

Сменять (verb, imperf.) - to change

Допить (verb, perf.) - to drink up

Дно (noun, n.) - bottom/underworld

Раненый (adj.) - wounded

Высота (noun, f.) height

Оглянуться (verb, perf.) - to look back

Срываться (verb, imperf.) - to break loose

Губа (noun, f.) - lip

Разрывать (verb, imperf.) - to tear/sever

Сотня - one hundred

Осколок (noun, m.) - splinter

Полететь (verb, perf.) - to fly

Прочь - away

Долой - down/away/off with smth.

Край (noun, n.) - edge

Пропасть (noun, f.) - divide/abyss/divide

Songs: Катюша by Galina Jelisejewa & Беги by Sevak

[firstroseofspring]

studying latin.

[prepolyglot-moved]

Directions in French and German

langblr reactivation challenge | week 3, day 2

english - french - german

north - nord (m) - Norden (m) east - est (m) - Osten (m) south - sud (m) - Süden (m) west - ouest (m) - Westen (m) left - gauche - links right - droite - rechts toward - vers - in Richtung away from - loin de - entfernt von, weiter weg von

Please let me know if there are any mistakes or better translations.

[rorygilmorecore]

Life Update | Health & Wellness Journey🌿 🍏🥗 | 01/16/2024

I've been very busy lately. I haven't posted much but I've been working at my jobs and preparing for this upcoming semester. Lots of personal things going on too and we've had some really bad weather where I live. I have been slipping a bit on my workouts and such, but I've been walking with my dogs a lot.

Today I am finishing up a few essays and some paperwork for my Washington, D.C. internship, I attended a zoom meeting on the internship, and I'm going to start working on my online class.

Word of the day: To castigate.

Song of the day: Starman by David Bowie

[laurennnnn21]

am i writing an email to my English teacher for a vocab challenge, making a story about 9-1-1 where eddie is shot (again) and buck is sat in the waiting room waiting for any and all information? yes yes i am.

[xuexishijian]

Week 2 Day 3 of the Langblr Reactivation Challenge: Vocab in Context

Create a vocab list and make sentences using those words

Here are some words I had to look up from 盐友 (Salt Friend), a BL webcomic that I’m really enjoying!

稀奇 xīqí - rare, strange

他举动得很稀奇。

欠债 qiànzhài - to owe a debt

我欠了很多债。

似的 shìde - seems like

他好像没看见我似的。

难受 nánshòu - to feel unwell

吃太多饭之后，我心里很难受。

建议 jiànyì - to propose, suggest, recommend

我的医生建议我做运动多了。

厉害 lìhai - awesome, ferocious

我妈是个厉害的厨师。

取 qǔ - to take, receive

我要上银行取钱。

喊 hǎn - to yell

我弟弟总是喊得太高了。

注意 zhùyì - to pay attention to

他需要注意老师说话的。

器材 qìcái - equipment

我们没有网球器材，不可能跟你玩儿。

扔 rēng - to throw

他把篮球扔给我。

避开 bìkāi - to avoid, evade

我尝试避开我的前夫。

讨厌 tǎoyàn - to dislike / annoying

我很讨厌这个男人，不可以容忍跟他说话。

[twilit-tragedy]

I'm having so much fun with that zoo website.

Is fish? No. Is reptile? No. Is dolphin? No. Is carnivore? Yes. Is feline? No. Bear? Yes, which? Black? No. Polar? Yes, yay!

Is fish? No. Is reptile? Yes. Is bird? Yes!! Is chicken??? No, too far! Is ostrich? Not far enough! Is eagle, falcon, seagull, dove, flamingo? Nope!

(I don't know enough about bird families, my dude!!!)

(Then I realize I'm ignoring a very important group)

Is blackbird? Warmer. Is sparrow? Warmer.

(What's a cousin of a sparrow???)

Is blue jay? No, you absolute buffoon.

(Uuuuh, okay, small birds. Tweet, tweet. What about pet birds?)

Is canary? Yes, a yellow one, yay!

[littlesyllable]

Langblr Reactivation Challenge - Day Four

Create a vocab list from one of your topics:

Theme - Paintings

Paint (v) - peindre

Paint (n) - la peinture, les couleurs

Painting (n) - un tableau, un peinture

A work of art - une oeuvre d'art

Canvas - la toile

Frame (v) - encadrer

Frame (n) - le cadre

Paintbrush - un pinceau

Pallet - la palette

Watercolor - l'aquarelle

Oil - la peinture à l'huile

Acrylic - l'acrylique

Gouache - la gouache

Easel - le chevalet

Pigment - le pigment

Hue - la teinte

Shade - foncer

Tint - éclaircir

Saturation - la saturation

Light (n) - la lumière

Light (adj) - clair(e)

Dark (adj) - foncé(e)

Line - linge

Positive Space - l'espace positif

Negative Space - l'espace negatif

Still life - une nature morte

Landscape - un paysage

Portrait - un portrait

Movement - le mouvement

Bonus - French Artists

claude monet

paul cezanne

henri matisse

edgar degas

marc chagall

gustave moreau

[korstudying]

Day 1 || Full study plan

Hey fellow language enthusiasts! 👋 Ever wondered about those intriguing honorific verb endings in Korean? 🤔 Let's dive into the world of linguistic respect and uncover the magic behind these verb endings that add an extra layer of politeness and cultural understanding. 💬📚

1. Politeness in Action:

Korean honorific verb endings are used to show respect and politeness when speaking to someone of higher social status, age, or authority. They reflect the rich cultural emphasis on hierarchical relationships. 🙇‍♀️🙇‍♂️

2. Adding the Magic:

Take the verb stem (the root form of the verb) and attach the appropriate honorific ending to create a respectful sentence. Let's explore some examples using the verb "to eat":

Casual: 먹어요 - Let's eat.

Polite: 먹습니다 - I will eat.

Honorific: 드십니다 - You (respectful) eat.

Now try it for yourself with some other verbs!

3. Variations for Nouns:

Honorifics aren't just for verbs! Nouns can also be elevated to show respect. For instance, "friend" (친구) becomes "honorable friend" (친구님) in an honorific context.

4. Social Nuances:

Different honorific endings convey varying degrees of politeness and familiarity. For instance, using "-시-" shows a high level of respect, while "-세요" is a polite request form.

5. Daily Etiquette:

Korean honorifics are part of daily communication. Whether you're addressing your elders, bosses, or strangers, mastering these endings ensures you navigate social situations gracefully.

6. Cultural Sensitivity:

Embrace the beauty of cultural sensitivity! Learning honorifics not only enhances your language skills but also deepens your understanding of Korean society and values. 🌸🇰🇷

So, the next time you engage in a Korean conversation, remember the enchanting honorific verb endings that make the language a true linguistic gem. 🎉💬🇰🇷 Happy learning, language lovers! 🌟✨

[wo-bu-hui-shuo-zhongwen]

langblr reactivation challenge week 3!

Day 3: Make another vocab list from the list you made at the beginning of the challenge. If you are learning two or more languages, make the vocab list in 3 languages (meaning for example: French, German, and English or Japanese, Arabic, and Ukrainian).

Types of Buildings

eng fran (m / f ) 한국어

Commercial        commercial (e)  상업용

Residential          résidentiel (le)   주거용

industrial             industriel (le)      공업용

Military militaire               군사용

Monument          monument          기념물

Public    public (publique)               공공 건물

Private  privé (e)               사유 건물 ; 사유지

Tower   tour       탑

Arch       arc         개선문; 기념문

Religious             religieux (religieuse)        종교 건축

Church  église     교회

Mosque               mosquée             모스크 ; 회교 사원

Synagogue          synagogue          유대교 회당 ; 시너고그

Temple  temple  신전 ; 사원 ; 절; 사찰 ; 회당

Fortress               forteresse           요새

Castle    château 성

Gate      porte     문 ; 대문

(City) wall            mur        성벽

House    maison  집 ; 주택

Apartment building          appartement      아파트

High-rise              tour       고층 건물

Townhouse         maison en rangée            연립 주택

Statue   statue    조각상

Office building    immeuble de bureaux     사무실용 빌딩

Town hall            mairie    시청

               hôtel de ville     

[linguafrencha]

Day 37

Воля (noun, f.) - will

Отказать (verb, perf.)- to refuse

Оказаться (verb, perf.) - to turn out

Хранить (verb, imperf.) - to keep/store

Кожа (noun, f.) - skin

Вверх дном - upside down

Ранить (verb, either aspect) - to hurt/wound

Безразличный (adj.) - indifferent

Прощать (verb, imperf.) - to forgive

Вестись (verb, imperf.) - to be in progress

Напоказ -on display/for show

Достойный (adj.) - worthy

Ошибаться (verb, imperf) - to make mistakes

Прежде - before

Становиться (verb, imperf.) - to become

Song: Хорошая by ASAMMUELL

[asterlearns]

Langblr Reactivation Challenge | 1.4

Create a vocab list for one of the topics you created yesterday, if you want to make more, feel free to make as many as you like! Share your list and reblog other people’s lists. And most importantly, make sure you study these words!

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housework | 家事（かじ） cooking | 料理（りょうり） cleaning | 掃除（そうじ） dish washing | お皿洗い（おさらあらい） scrub clean | ゴシゴシ洗う（ごしごしあらう） do laundry | 洗濯する（せんたくする） washing machine | 洗濯機（せんたっき） fold clothes | 服をたたむ（ふくをたたむ）

Here's a short list of Japanese vocab based on this video.

[thyandrawrites]

You mentioned being Italian, how did you learn to speak or at least write English so well? Your Japanese translations are also pretty good too! I want learn Italian so what would you recommend that would help learn to read and write another language?

Thank you!

The genuine answer? Fandoms. Really. I've been studying languages for most of my life (english since elementary school, french in middle and high school, german since hs and japanese since college) but so far I've only gotten truly fluent in the only language I didn't just approach from a textbook learning angle. My fluency probably also comes from speaking english the longest, but what really improved my proficiency was consuming and engaging with my passions in my target language. Something that I struggle a lot with is staying motivated in the long run. I tend to run out of steam after a while, and I lose all the progress I made. But fandoms feed on my passions, so engaging with them helps me find the motivation to keep going, while also making it less like a chore that needs to be taken care of.

I was a B1 until I graduated high school, but then I started reading copius amounts of fanfic and meta in english, and began writing my own. Reading taught me a lot of common new words I had never encountered before in my textbooks, as well as several idioms, and the longer I kept at it, the more stuff I assimilated into my vocabulary. I spent a couple of years just reading ff, not thinking I had it in me to truly begin writing in my second language, but then it sort of... Just happened. I got a fic idea late at night and wrote a 6k oneshot in one sitting during an all nighter. The fact that I was tired and inspired probably lowered my remaining inhibitions and temporarily muted that part of my brain that was self-conscious. But suddenly, english didn't seem so scary anymore. When I reread what I wrote the next day, after getting some sleep, it wasn't as agrammatical and terrible as I had feared, and that motivated me to keep doing it. I find that a lot of the time what stops us from improving is the fear of making a fool of ourselves. I also didn't comment on fanfic for years in fear of outing myself, and on the rare occasions I did, I always prefaced my comments with an apology for my english. But when you finally get in the mindframe that people don't really care about any mistakes you might make, it was really liberating. Honestly, just have fun! Who cares! Native speakers make tons of mistakes too! I can see that so clearly now.

This was around the time I got into Tokyo Ghoul meta and timidly approached my first analyses. Meta is fairly different from creative writing, but it also helped me improve because it taught me essay writing better than my english teacher marking my mistakes in angry red. When you're trying to explain a concept so that others understand it, rather than just to get a passing grade, you will attempt to break it down into easier concepts and pace it better, instead of just paying attention to SPaG. This also had the side effect of teaching me how to better sort my thoughts and get them across clearly, which has always been a struggle for me in spoken conversations. My thoughts tend to be messy, and I trip over my words a lot (in my native language too), but thinking about going from point a to point b like I'm writing an essay helps me a lot, personally.

The last step was joining a discord server in 2019. I can't stress enough how language is constantly evolving, and how slang and everyday language isn't something you can passively learn from textbooks or online courses. Those are only good as the foundation of your skills. They teach you the grammar and the basic vocabulary, but then you have to engage with real people, you know? I've always struggled to hold a conversation because I'm socially awkward, but discord is useful to me because it is a group chat, so there is less pressure on my end to keep a conversation going. Interacting with people from all over the world taught me to be less self-conscious about my skills, and meeting people of different age ranges taught me a variety of slang expressions to pass for a not-boomer myself, at least at first glance :'D

Moral of the story, do follow courses and use textbooks (those are important!), but also keep in mind those are not the be-all end-all of language proficiency, like school and academia tries so hard to teach you. If you find yourself hitting a wall and not getting any better anymore, take it as a sign your grammar is good enough to take the next step in your journey. So then, try to think of something you have fun doing. A hobby of yours. And then think of ways you can engage with it in your target language.

I had different phases in my life where I explored various things thay way. I got obsessed with a band in middle school and started watching and rewatching the videos they posted online, trying to understand everything they said. This improved my listening skills considerably. Years later I got really into WoW and I learned vocab by playing it and by looking for tutorials online. If you read a lot, consider looking for titles in that language you want to learn. Stuff like this. Listening to music, watching movies or tv series with subtitles (esp if the subtitles are in your target language too). All this stuff helps a lot! And the added plus is that for however challenging it might be at first, you'll stay motivated because it relates to something you already enjoy