Skip to Content

Marcel Iseli

Hey fellow Linguaholics! It's me, Marcel. I am the proud owner of linguaholic.com. Languages have always been my passion and I have studied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics and Sinology at the University of Zurich. It is my utmost pleasure to share with all of you guys what I know about languages and linguistics in general.

Ever wonder why laughter is called the best medicine? Well, as we journey through life, we often find that reality can be stranger — and funnier — than fiction. It’s those little truths and observations that make us smile, even when things don’t go quite as planned. That’s why we’ve gathered some of the funniest …

Read More about 61 Funny Reality Quotes That’ll Make You Question Everything

Chatting with an Irish local can sometimes feel like stepping into a world where the words are familiar, but their meaning… not so much. During my trips to Ireland, I did double takes more than once, trying to figure out if I was still speaking English! To make sure I wasn’t completely off my rocker, …

Read More about 11 Irish Phrases You Won’t Understand (But Will Love Anyway)

There are a lot of things you can do with ChatGPT.  As we have learned before (see the two introductory article links below), ChatGPT can also be a great tool for studying languages.  But so far, we have not yet seen how ChatGPT can also help with speaking and listening practice. And that’s exactly what …

Read More about Speaking & Listening Practice with ChatGPT in Any Language

What if I told you that your favorite inspirational quotes could do more than look pretty on your Instagram feed? That’s right – we’re about to turn those pearls of wisdom into your new workout buddies! From high-intensity quote sprints to mindful mantra stretches, we cover all bases. You’ll find yourself sweating to the rhythm …

Read More about 75 Inspiring Exercise Quotes to Keep You Active and Motivated

Imagine a graveyard filled not with lost souls, but with letters that once roamed the English alphabet like rock stars of old. These forgotten characters, stars in their own right, have now been relegated to the dusty margins of history. Based on the findings in AustinMcConnell’s video, we’re about to resurrect 10 of these neglected …

Read More about These 10 Letters Are Dead — R.I.P.

What if I told you there’s a language where “kilig” describes that flutter in your stomach when you’re crushing on someone, and “gigil” is the urge to pinch something cute?  Welcome to the wonderful world of the Filipino language! From its Spanish influences to its knack for turning English words into something uniquely Filipino, this …

Read More about 21 Fun Facts about the Filipino Language

Sometimes, the English language throws us words that seem like they belong in a fantasy story or a comedy skit. Yet, these peculiar terms are actually quite real, especially when it comes to phobias. From the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth to the terror of the number eight, some …

Read More about 16 Words That Sound Made Up — But Are Actually Real Phobias

Want to give your wellness journey a boost? If you’re feeling a bit down in the dumps with your fitness goals motivation, you’re in the right place! You could very well use some morale boost from this collection of health affirmations – powerful little phrases that can transform mindsets and boost well-being. Think of them …

Read More about 101 Power-Packed Health Affirmations for the Modern Wellness Warrior

You know that moment when you’re singing your heart out to a favorite song, only to realize the lyrics you’ve been passionately belting out for years are completely wrong? You’re not alone in this lyrical mix-up; in fact, there’s a term for it: mondegreens. From “Hold me closer, Tony Danza” instead of “Tiny Dancer” to …

Read More about 18 Mondegreens That Will Make You Laugh Out Loud!