The language link page
Here are some links to useful pages for those interested in languages, particularly Spanish.
Letter Forms
by Rafael Diez de la Cortina
This is a book written in 1899. It is about letter writing and etiquette, and is a fascinating insight into the life of the time. There is a Spanish version and an English version. It is interesting to compare them and see how the writer used the reserved and formal style of writing then in fashion in both languages.
cervantes
Spanish Literature by Henry Butler Clarke, is another very old book that has maintained its relevance. Written in 1893, the chapter about Cervantes is reproduced here.
Dictionaries, Grammar References, and Language Resources
Translation Services Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Translation services in Toronto, Ontario, Canada by Great Translations. Our certified Canadian French translation agency helps businesses, organizations, and individuals reach and communicate with their target markets clearly and effectively.
FreeLanguageTutorials.com: Learn a Language Offers free grammar lessons, vocabulary lists, audio files, glossaries, useful phrases and printable materials.
Comparison of language learning software Here's a review of the most popular online courses and programs to learn languages.
bab.la Over 30 dictionaries, including 19 English bilingual dictionaries. Besides translations there is additional information such as synonyms, sample & context sentences, pronunciation, etc.
Spanish Help: Online Games and Lessons
Modern Spanish as a Second Language is a new guidebook for English-speaking
students and people who care about communicating in Spanish, written by Prof. Fernando L. García P.
The BBC Languages Page As always the BBC does really great stuff here. Videos, audio and more.
Pimsleur Approach Spanish Resources Free high quality language learning resources including downloadable lesson plans for teachers, articles, vocab lists, and grammar guides
Pimsleur Approach French Resources
Pimsleur Approach German Resources
Pimsleur Approach Portuguese Resources
Teaching and Learning Spanish A blog that details the challenges and successes of teaching Spanish. Includes lessons, free resources and enjoyable commentary.
John Lee's language resources:
Dictionaries - Japanese Kanji
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Tutorials - Japanese
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Spanish vocabulary quizzes on the Jetpunk site
My Spanish Dictionary is an online dictionary and Spanish resource site.
Linguello is an online language trainer for German vocabulary building and verb conjugation.
1Globaltranslators is a professional translation agency with offices in all the major Spanish cities. This is its links page to other worldwide agencies. It is associated with these other sites, all written in Spanish:
Study Italian dialects, the history of machine translation, and the history of HTML
Join blogs about language and culture here
Questfinder.com has an extensive list of language learning resources.
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Russian Language Resources Here is a page full of useful resources for learning Russian.
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Vocabulary Trainer is software for learning German vocabuary, either for individuals or for school groups. There is a free trial version.
Digital dialects is a site with interactive games for acquiring vocabulary in a variety of languages.
Vocabulix is a vocabulary and conjugation trainer.
This trainer targets people who are interested in learning foreign languages, such as English, Spanish or German. Its purpose is to give people the opportunity to study foreign languages without spending large amounts of money.
Learn Spanish Online Free: The Spanish Romance web site has Spanish words, proverbs, poems and much more.
Eurocosm has a large selection of resources for learning multiple languages.
The Logos Dictionary
This is a multilingual dictionary with an enormous vocabulary. It is provided free, and can be very useful for translators who find a difficult specialised or technical phrase.
LEO This stands for "Link everything on-line". It is a German-English dictionary.
The ARTFL Project The University of Chicago has a series of pages devoted to the study of the French language, including this link to a French-English dictionary.
There is an on-line Latin translator here.
Spanish grammar and spelling resources are on line here.
E-libro.net offers free downloads of books in Spanish in PDF format.
Strictly Spanish is a commercial translation service. Their web site has links to many free and useful resources.
Translation In Progress is a commercial translation service that works in a multitude of languages.
Language Schools education sites and Travel
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EF Education First – Live the Language with a stay abroad. EF provides top language classes in 7 languages and at 41 destinations worldwide. The world is waiting for you! What are you waiting for?
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Language schools to study abroad language courses Bestlanguages offers language courses abroad in different language schools from China to Canada and Latin America
Language courses abroad
Learn a language in an international location, just where it is spoken abroad, from Italian, English and French to Chinese and Spanish
Study languages abroad Language courses, work and travel, internship and homestay programs abroad.
For a selection of English Degree Courses contact Solent University This innovative English degree at Solent University combines employability skills with cutting-edge approaches to the study of literature in English.
UK universities distance learning degrees have opened the academic doors for the students who dream of getting an online degrees from a reputed university. The degree from the universities is an extra edge in a students profile which will help him to get a suitable job.
A1study Online distance learning programs help a student to receive the best knowledge on their chosen subjects. It is the latest and widely used method to educate the world. Going through the programs can nurture the inner potential of any student.
Numeracy and Literacy Are you searching for effective numeracy and literacy training programs and courses? Workbase offers literacy and numeracy training courses for employees to improve performance.
Online MBA Courses Online MBA has become the new way of getting business degrees from reputed universities across the world. the novel teaching techniques and the assignment oriented study materials are the major advantages of online MBA course.
Online MBA in Jamaica MBA has become the new way of getting business degrees from reputed universities across the world. the novel teaching techniques and the assignment oriented study materials are the major advantages of online MBA course.
South American Travel Guide Your travel guide to South America, full of tips, updated information and news, maps, photos and comments of travelllers.
Volunteer Work Abroad Becoming a volunteer in South America is an exciting and rewarding experience that will change your life. Prepare before you travel by researching each of the Latin American countries that you are interested in doing volunteer work in. Some specialise in certain types of volunteer jobs more so than others so it is important to be informed.
Learn Russian Decide whether to Learn Russian Abroad or Learn Russian Online.
Foresttrailacademy Foresttrailacademy offers online high school education that allows each student to learn with the methods that work best for them.
Crimea Listing of vacation rentals, hotels, holiday apartments and travel services in Crimea.
Russian LessonsTravel to Crimea for a Russian language learning holiday.
Learn Russian and enjoy Crimea!
Study in Canada Maple Consultants offer excellent academic solution for students looking forward to higher education in Canada.
Online bachelor degree programs - Your guide to college & degrees - Search for colleges based on your needs. Find your choice of degree and start college Now!
Online ESL Degree Programs - ESL courses online.
Online Language Training - Lists online language education resources.
Teaching jobs in China Teach in China. English and other subjects
Language Trainers provides training courses for Spanish, Italian, German, French and English. They are organised in very many British and American towns.
Erasmus Berichte is a German web site with information for students, including language courses all over the world, and other useful stuff for travellers, including health insurance requirements and student guides to cities e.g. Barcelona.
Language Courses UK Learn a language. Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Russian and Chinese courses in London, Manchester and Brighton UK, with qualified trainers.
Worlds Best Language Schools Learn Spanish, Learn French, Learn Italian, Learn German, Learn English. Language Schools located around the world that offer unique study abroad programs. Study Spanish and Surf, Learn French and French Cuisine, Learn Italian with art and fashion, Learn German and ski.
Studytravel Languages Abroad combines language study and holiday in Spain, France, England and Italy.
English schools in Oxford: - Language courses for adults and students with a wide choice of famous language schools. A place, steeped in an atmosphere of tradition and privilege. Our language course will help you learn and practice English effectively.
Mandarin language programs We offer facilities to the interested students willing to learn the Mandarin Chinese language while living in Beijing and Shanghai.
University Languages: Spanish resources listed on Open University website
Paraninfo Spanish School in Madrid is a Spanish language school for foreigners centrally located in Princesa Street, Madrid.
Into Words Spanish courses in Argentina
Study Spanish in Peru at AMAUTA Spanish Language School: Spanish Classes and Spanish Immersion programs and volunteer work, Study Spanish now.
Study Spanish in Argentina at AMAUTA Spanish Language School: Spanish Classes and Spanish Immersion programs and volunteer work, Study Spanish now.
Aprender Espanhol A escola de Espanhol AMAUTA, que fica na América do Sul, te oferece a oportunidade única de estudar e aprender a língua espanhola imerso na cultura argentina.
Spanish language school in Mexico Language school offers Spanish courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced students in Mexico City, the heart of Mexico as well as cultural activities all year round.
Learn Spanish in Playa del Carmen Learn and study Spanish in Playa del Carmen and enjoy its beaches, the school is located 5 minutes walking from the beach.
Escuela Delengua is Spanish language and culture school in the heart of Granada. Its website offers language courses and also has a range of free Spanish language resources. It is also on Facebook.
Learn Spanish Online Learn Spanish quickly and effectively.
Spanish Sacred Valley Learn Spanish at our Spanish school in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco Peru: Spanish courses, volunteer work. Also Spanish lessons in Cusco and Manu.
Volunteer Work Latinamerica Volunteer Program Argentina. Through the Volunteer Program our school and the volunteers are able to make a contribution to Argentinian society. Work in Argentina, Spanish Argentina,
Excursions & Activities in Latin America Latin America is full of amazing adventure, fun and ancient culture. The options for amazing excursions and tours in Latin America are endless, this continent has it all.
Spanish in Mexico Learn Spanish in Mexico. Spanish language schools with excellent Spanish immersion and Spanish lessons. Spanish and volunteer opportunities.
Study Abroad - Argentina Gateway Argentina has custom Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion Programs. Study and Learn Spanish in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Volunteer or take a specialized course.
Cusco Peru Cuzco and Peru Travel information. Find information about archeological places in Cusco and Peru, Cuzco history, excursions in Cusco, Peru photo tours and more.
Study Spanish in Bariloche Bariloche – the portal to Patagonia- is a wonderful place to take Spanish courses in Argentina. Mountains and lakes surround this small, beautiful town allowing you to combine learning Spanish in Argentina with lots of activities such as rafting, kayaking, paragliding...
Almeria Spanish School Learn Spanish in Spain, in the beautiful city of Almería.
Olé Languages is a professional Spanish school dedicated to teaching Spanish as a foreign language in an open and enjoyable atmosphere. We offer Spanish courses for all levels to competitive prices taught by highly qualified native Spanish speakers. We hope to see you soon in BARCELONA!
Location: Spain/Barcelona
Spanish school La Montaña offers a variety of Spanish courses tailored to meet your needs. Whatever your requirements are, we have a Spanish course that suits it. We do not charge a joining fee and the course notes you receive are included in the price of the Spanish course, as well as refreshments in between the Spanish classes and our after school activities. All group classes have a max. of 4 students per class.
Ateneo 21 A Spanish language school in central London. Evening Spanish Courses, private tuition and in-company training in London. The website has many free quality resources for all levels.
Internship in Valencia
Learn Spanish and gain experience in a company in Valencia with AIP
Camino Barcelona is a Spanish School in the heart of Barcelona, in a lively and affluent street, just ten minutes walk from Plaza Cataluña and Las Ramblas. It is the only school in Barcelona which offers on-site-accommodation, with a student residence located in the same building. This is ideal for students who want to live and study in the very centre of Barcelona.
There is a wide variety of courses, the most popular being the Intensive course.
Estudio Hispánico offers a wide variety of Spanish language courses, located in the very centre of each city (Barcelona, Madrid, Salamanca, Alicante, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Cadiz, Vejer de la Frontera, Santiago de Compostela, Tarifa, Malaga, Nerja, San Sebastian, Mallorca and Marbella).
Courses are available all year round, for all levels, and the teachers are native Spanish-speakers. There is also an extensive cultural programme of activities and excursions, and a wide variety of accommodation options.
Learn Spanish Learn Spanish guide, all about how to learn Spanish and how to speak Spanish.
An online directory of Spanish language schools in the U.S and abroad. Some programs include private tutoring, cultural field trips and tango dancing.
Spanish Lessons Online Private Spanish Tutoring via Skype and a free resources page where students can learn Spanish on their own for free.
Enforex Spanish Language School To ensure a productive, successful and enjoyable learning experience at our Spanish language school in Seville, we are proud to offer top-notch facilities, carefully designed course programs, unbeatable services for our students and dedicated,highly-qualified teachers.
Peru Language Centre Learn Spanish with Peru Language Center, This Spanish language school offers courses like Spanish immersion, intensive Spanish, business programme, medical internship.
Lingua Learn Spanish in Spain Learn Spanish abroad with Lingua. Study Spanish in Spain. Courses at language schools in Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Granada, Salamanca and San Sebastian.
Proyecto Peru Language Centre Spanish courses with a variety of interactive and engaging language learning experiences.
Study Spanish in Spain A free directory of Spanish Language Schools located in Alicante Barcelona Canary Islands Cadiz Cordoba Granada Ibiza Madrid Majorca Murcia Salamanca San Sebastian Seville Valencia. Learn Spanish in the sun in Spain!
Learn Spanish with Apple Languages. Spanish language courses in Spain and South America. Also, Learn German in Germany, French in France and many more.
Learn Spanish with fun in Seville, Spain with Lenguaviva.
Learn Spanish in Peru with the Wiracocha Spanish Language School.
AULA World, also teaches in Peru, and their website offers free of charge:
Spanish Words, Spanish Proverbs, Spanish Poems, Spanish Recipes, Spanish Lyrics, Spanish Vocabulary, Spanish Phrases, Spanish Sayings, Spanish Riddles, Spanish Stories, Spanish Jokes, and much more.
Lingua Cusco Spanish school in Cusco, Perú gives you the opportunity to learn Spanish in Cusco, where you can also discover the rich culture of Peru. There are cultural and touristic activities. The profits of Lingua Cusco are invested in the social projects of the Asociación Pukllasunchis.
Study Spanish and Surf Learn Spanish and Surf ! Six Spanish Language Schools offering intensive Spanish language combined with surfing lessons. Learn to speak Spanish as you surf some of the best waves on the Planet! Study Spanish abroad in Ecuador, El Salvador, Mexico Spain or Costa Rica and have a surfing vacation!
Learn Spanish in Latin America Learn Spanish in Venezuela. Innovative School where you learn Spanish and Adventure Travel. Spanish Language Courses, Spanish and Adventure, Spanish and volunteer and Medical Spanish.
Il Centro is an Italian language and culture centre based in Milan and teaches Italian as a foreign language.
Scuola Tricolore offers personalised Italian language courses and continuous fun. We offer courses for every different study objective and level.
Learn Italian in Florence, Italy Learn Italian in historic Florence. Enjoy studying Italian as you learn Italian cooking, Italian fashion and Italian art history. Study aboard and learn to speak Italian in Florence! The Learn Italian in Florence Language School also offers programs in furniture restoration, painting restoration, leather good manufacturing or goldsmiths and jewellers art.
Learn Italian in Viareggio, Italy at the Giacomo Puccini Centre, which is recognised by the Italian Ministry of Education.
Italian Courses with Istituto Linguistico Mediterraneo, an Italian language school in Tuscany (Pisa and Viareggio) which is recognised by the Italian Ministry of Education.
Linguaviva Italian language schools Learn Italian in Florence, Milan, Syracuse, Lignano with Linguaviva Italian language schools. Cultural courses, vocational and internship programmes
French classes Hong Kong Learn French in Hong Kong.Small classes for young children.
Learn French in France and Abroad This site has a free directory of language schools situated in France, French West Indies, Canada and Tahiti.
Learn German 4u teaches German in the town of Tübingen
Learngermanabroad.com has a free directory of German language schools in Austria and Germany. Learn German at one of the recommended German language schools in Berlin or Vienna, Munich, Linz, Cologne, Salzburg, Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Graz, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Karnten and other locations.
On-line Magazines and cultural articles
The Education Office of the Spanish Embassy in London provides many useful resources for students and teachers of Spanish, including "Acti" and "Tecla" magazines.
The Bartleby Library is a good source of English quotations.
There is a news group dedicated to discussion of the use of English. The web page associated with this news group modestly claims to be just "Frequently Asked Questions". In fact it has many links to a wide selection of very useful resources.
Explore Latin American Culture with explanations of "El Día De Los Muertos" and "La Quinceañera".
Argentina
The Guide to Rosario
I spent many happy years in Argentina, mainly in the city of Rosario. I often visit Argentine web sites. This one in particular brings back happy memories.
José Hernández (1834-1886) was one of Argentina's greatest writers. His epic poem, "Martin Fierro" is written in an old gaucho dialect of Spanish, but is still accessible, and gives a powerful representation of the hard life of the Argentine frontier of the 19th Century.
Julio Cortázar (1914-1984) was born in Belgium of Argentine parents, and moved to Argentina when he was four years old. He became one of the most influential writers of his time. Much of his work is surreal, and incorporates words from many languages, including Cortázar's own invented words. His 1963 novel "Rayuela" (which translates as "Hopscotch") leads the reader through all sorts of erratic links between its parts, and many see this as being like the hyperlinks we now use on web pages. In 1951, Cortázar left Argentina to live in Europe.
El Cyber-Club de los Rosarinos es para "los nacidos en Rosario, y los que amen a esta ciudad y la sientan como propia."