Tag: Language
17 slang words teens and Gen Z-ers are using in 2019, and what they mean
If you've ever wondered the true meanings of "extra," "slay," or "salty," here's everything you need to know.
11 words you probably didn’t know were acronyms
We use acronyms all the time, and in some cases, we don't even realize we're using them. You may not know, for example, that Taser stands for "Thomas A. Swift's Electric Rifle." Other examples include "radar" and "snafu."
How to change the keyboard on your iPhone, to add different languages or an alternate layout
You can change the keyboard on your iPhone to add multiple languages or layouts and toggle between them. Here's how to do it.
This map shows the most commonly spoken language in every US state, excluding English and Spanish
According to Business Insider tabulations of individual-level census data, German, French, and Vietnamese are common in several states.
The real scientific meaning behind 13 ‘Harry Potter’ spells
J.K. Rowling used real Latin roots and phrases as inspiration for magical spells. Some of them are quite literal, like how "avis" means "bird."
The National Spelling Bee ended with 8 winners — here’s the winning word from every spelling bee since 1925
From "knack" to "gesellschaft," how many can you spell?
24 of the hardest words to have won the National Spelling Bee
The National Spelling Bee has gotten harder and harder since it started in 1925. Take a look at some of the most difficult words in the history of the competition.
9 ways to become a better speller, according to an expert
From reading more to creating mnemonic devices, an expert reveals his top tricks for learning how to become a better speller.
These are the most ‘annoying’ slang words, according to Americans
A survey found some slang terms that many Americans deem "annoying." We broke down what they mean and how they got so popular.
How to change the language on your Facebook account and news feed
Knowing how to change the language on your Facebook account and feed can be valuable for anyone who is traveling abroad or learning a new language.