Challenging common myths shows that language learning is more accessible, engaging, and beneficial than many people think.

Language learning is often a daunting prospect. Many of us wish we had learned a language to a higher level at school. But even though adults of all ages can do well in acquiring a new language, fear ...

To help you hit your short and long-term language goals, we've tested a variety and selected the best language learning apps in 2026.

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Learning a new language has been shown to delay the onset of dementia. But can an interactive language app do the trick? Duolingo, Babbel and others have been growing in popularity among older adults ...

A new study suggests that everyday multilingual habits—from chatting with neighbors to revisiting a childhood language—may help preserve memory, attention, and brain flexibility as we age. An ...

In June, I’m excited to visit Germany, Austria, and Switzerland for the first time as a chaperone for my daughter’s class trip. This trip has been in the making for nearly two years, and to get ready, ...

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Correction: The original video with this piece did not include captioning for some of the American Sign Language seen on screen. The video has been updated to include ...