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Why Learn Foreign Languages?
PLA Blog
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Facts About PLA
Instructors
Choosing A Class
Why Learn Foreign Languages?
PLA Blog
Newsletter
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Why Chinese People Don’t Always Argue in Public—and What That Means

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The Hidden Logic Behind French Spelling: Why It’s Not as Arbitrary as It Seems
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The Hidden Logic Behind French Spelling: Why It’s Not as Arbitrary as It Seems

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What Makes Chinese Humor Unique (and Why Americans Don’t Always Get It)
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What Americans Misunderstand About Chinese “Politeness”
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What Americans Misunderstand About Chinese “Politeness”

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Understanding Local Accents in China: A Beginner’s Guide

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Where to Travel in China If You’re Learning Mandarin

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10 Chinese Idioms That Reveal a Lot About Chinese Thinking

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The Secret to Learning Mandarin Fast: Daily Micro-Practice
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The Secret to Learning Mandarin Fast: Daily Micro-Practice

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Mandarin for Professionals: How Our Classes Help You in the Workplace
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Mandarin for Professionals: How Our Classes Help You in the Workplace

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Mistakes Every Beginner Mandarin Learner Should Avoid
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Mistakes Every Beginner Mandarin Learner Should Avoid

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Your First Mandarin Lesson: What You’ll Learn and Why It Matters
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Your First Mandarin Lesson: What You’ll Learn and Why It Matters

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Mandarin Classes in Berkeley: What to Expect and How to Succeed
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Mandarin Classes in Berkeley: What to Expect and How to Succeed

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Simplified vs. Traditional Characters: Which Should You Learn First?
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Simplified vs. Traditional Characters: Which Should You Learn First?

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Small Group vs. Private Mandarin Classes – Which Is Right for You?
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Small Group vs. Private Mandarin Classes – Which Is Right for You?

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The Sound of French: How to Train Your Ear to Understand Spoken French Fast
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The Sound of French: How to Train Your Ear to Understand Spoken French Fast

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The Best Mandarin Classes Near Me: What Sets Us Apart
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The Best Mandarin Classes Near Me: What Sets Us Apart

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Chinese New Year Explained: Traditions, Food, and Superstitions

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Group vs. Individual: How Chinese and American Values Clash
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Group vs. Individual: How Chinese and American Values Clash

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