Learn English Language Variations

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    Language variations: Should slang be taught to learners of foreign languages?

    Most foreign language courses focus on teaching you grammatically correct and fairly formal language. Some do cover some aspects of more informal and colloquial language, however few venture into the wonderful world of slang and very informal language.

  2. Language variations: Interesting examples of how languages mix and cross-fertilise

    When languages come into contact it’s common for them to get mixed up to some extent, and there is likely to be borrowing of words and structures. This process can lead to some interesting results.

  3. Language variations, Teaching Languages: What is ESOL and where can I teach it?

    ESOL is the other side of TEFL.

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    Language variations, Vocabulary: The Influence of French on the English Language

    Linguist Simon Ager examines how French has affected English more than we realise