Learning grammar is essential for reaching a high proficiency level in a foreign language. It is the most efficient way, even though it is still time-consuming. This article, based on real-life experience, presents arguments for this idea, meanwhile maintaining a balanced view on the topic with probable opposing arguments, relevant examples, and a wide outlook on several down-to-earth aspects and factors of learning languages.

Language exams assess learners' language proficiency in reading, listening, speaking, and writing. This article examines their effectiveness and relevance to modern language challenges, proposing necessary updates.

This article outlines the key points of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which assesses language proficiency levels. While it provides an overview of CEFR, its main focus is to present arguments against its effectiveness.

This article argues that learning a language like English should not be about meeting obligations or societal pressures. Instead, it highlights the importance of personal motivation, emphasising that language learning should be enjoyable and driven by a desire for meaningful connections.

This article reviews the results of Hungary's ESL final exams from 2014 to 2024, comparing the number of classes taken by teenage and adult students. It highlights the unrealistic expectations adults often have about reaching B1/B2 levels with limited private tutoring.

This article provides an overview of popular TV shows, offering brief yet insightful descriptions to help readers find their next binge-worthy series. It highlights key plot points and distinctive elements to make choosing easier.

This article reflects on the struggles of sequential bilingualism, where a second language is learned after the first. The author shares personal challenges, like difficulty expressing thoughts and feeling disconnected from non-English speakers. While noting the cognitive and professional benefits of bilingualism, it questions if these outweigh the practical and emotional drawbacks.

This quiz delves into the fascinating world of accents, challenging you to identify seven distinct varieties of English: American, Australian, British, Canadian, Indian, Irish, and New Zealand. Throughout the quiz, you will watch short clips from movies and TV shows. Your task is to determine which accent is used by the characters in each clip.

This article discusses memes as viral cultural symbols, emphasizing their humor, relatability, wordplay, and intentional absurdity, which effectively engage audiences and critique societal norms.