Author’s Column — Tymur LevitinChoose your language Why Separable and Inseparable Prefixes Confuse Learners German verbs with prefixes are often taught in dry categories: That approach usually fails. It forces students to guess, not understand. The same prefix may behave differently — and suddenly the rules collapse. Let’s look at two examples: Same prefix. Different behavior. […]

🔗 Choose your language Introduction: The Melody of a Language That Speaks to the Heart Italian is more than just a language — it’s a rhythm, a gesture, a melody. From opera to cuisine, from ancient Rome to modern Milan, Italian culture has left an indelible mark on the world. But how do you truly learn […]

Author’s Column — Tymur LevitinChoose your language Visualizing the balance between meaning and grammar Why Learners Get Stuck on German Word Order Textbooks divide sentences into Hauptsatz (main clause) and Nebensatz (subordinate clause). Learners are often told to memorize lists: This approach leads to mental overload. In conversation, there’s no time to recall which of the 20 conjunctions you’re […]

Language Reveals More Than It Says Words matter — especially when men talk about women. Whether in casual conversation, workplace settings, or romantic contexts, the words chosen reflect not just cultural norms, but values and emotional maturity. In this article, we explore how men refer to women across four languages — Russian, English, Polish, and Ukrainian— and what […]

Author’s Column by Tymur LevitinFounder and Director of Levitin Language School / Start Language School by Tymur Levitin “He’s just a kid.”“That guy’s a real man.”“Don’t be a pacan.” We don’t just describe people. We define them. One word can elevate, humiliate, or simply reveal the speaker more than the subject. In this article, I’ll […]

⚠️ WARNING: NOT SUITABLE FOR MINORS UNDER 18 ⚠️ THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL REFERENCES. Reader discretion is advised. Educational Purpose Notice:This article includes offensive and culturally sensitive language examples used strictly for educational purposes only.It is intended for adults (18+) who are learning languages for real-life application and cultural survival.The content may not be appropriate […]

🔗 Choose your language: Levitin Language School Why learning French with a tutor is smarter than any app In a world where apps promise fluency in weeks, learning French one-on-one with a real teacher remains the most effective—and most underestimated—approach. At Start Language School by Tymur Levitin, part of Levitin Language School, we know why. We work with […]

Choose your language Author: Tymur LevitinFounder and Head Teacher at Levitin Language School & Start Language School by Tymur Levitin© Tymur Levitin The real art of translation begins where dictionaries end. As a translator, language teacher, and university instructor with over 22 years of experience, I’ve seen one challenge rise above all others — translating not […]

Image source: Unsplash 👉 Choose your language Golf Isn’t Just a Game — It’s a Vocabulary Test in Disguise You can recognize a beginner not by their swing — but by the confusion on their face when someone says: “Nice par on the back nine, but you still need to work on your approach shot out […]

Learning a new language is always a great decision. But when it comes to Spanish, the benefits multiply. Whether you’re learning for travel, work, or personal growth, Spanish opens the doors to more than 20 countries and over 500 million native speakers. But the big question is — how should you learn it? In this article, we’ll […]