How to add a new course on Duolingo

Sticking with it: tips for staying motivated

How I used Duolingo to find my family in Poland

Your guide to chess notation

Summer break!

30+ common German phrases for your trip to Germany

30+ common French phrases for your trip to France

How to use context clues while traveling

dear duolingo...

Dear Duolingo is an advice column just for learners. From your nerdiest emails about learning to the science of how your brain works, you've got questions—and Duolingo experts have answers.

Dear Duolingo: Why does Japanese have three writing systems?

Dear Duolingo: Is English a difficult language to learn?

Dear Duolingo: Why does Japanese have three writing systems?

What’s the International Phonetic Alphabet, and how do I use it?

11 chess terms every beginner needs to know