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Steph Koyfman
Steph is a writer, lindy hopper, and astrologer. She’s also a language enthusiast who grew up bilingual and had an early love affair with books. She has mostly proved herself as a New Yorker, and she can introduce herself in Swedish thanks to Babbel. She also speaks Russian and Spanish, but she’s a little rusty on those fronts.
Articles by Steph
How To Talk About Countries And Nationalities In Spanish

How To Talk About Countries And Nationalities In Spanish

No, you can’t just say “Germano” and hope to get away with it.
Why Does ‘Mother’ Sound The Same In So Many Languages?

Why Does ‘Mother’ Sound The Same In So Many Languages?

The concept of “Mom” is universal — and, for the most part, so is the name we’ve given her.
Where Do English Words Come From?

Where Do English Words Come From?

Well, they come from all over, you see.
Here’s Why Storytelling Is One Of The Most Effective Ways To Learn A Language

Here’s Why Storytelling Is One Of The Most Effective Ways To Learn A Language

The human brain has been wired to respond to stories since the days of oral tradition, mythology and folklore. Turns out, storytelling is also an effective means of language learning.
How To Conjugate Verbs In Russian

How To Conjugate Verbs In Russian

You, too, can become a master of Russian verbs. But first, you’ll have to get really clear on the ground rules.
Which Are The Most Spoken Languages in Canada?

Which Are The Most Spoken Languages in Canada?

English and French are a no-brainer, but Canada’s other leading languages may surprise you.
How To Understand Your German Yoga Teacher

How To Understand Your German Yoga Teacher

Don’t assume “downward dog” has a direct translation in German.
Why Are German Words So Long?

Why Are German Words So Long?

If you think about it, every long word is just several short words stacked on top of each other in a trench coat.
Email Greetings & Sign-offs In Other Languages

Email Greetings & Sign-offs In Other Languages

When ‘best’ isn’t always best.