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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.

Are you tired of being, well, tired? Feeling like your dreams are playing hard to get while you’re stuck in a never-ending game of productivity tag?  We all know that success doesn’t come easy. It’s a rollercoaster of late nights, early mornings, and enough coffee to fill an Olympic-sized pool.  But sometimes, we need a …

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Have you ever wondered why the word “up” appears in so many different phrases in English? One of our readers recently raised an intriguing point: why do people in England “park up” their cars, while Americans simply “park”? Why do we “fold up” sheets, “roll up” towels, “clean up” our homes, and “look up” information? …

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Ah, can you feel it? That crisp air, the subtle crunch of leaves underfoot, and the undeniable urge to wrap yourself in a chunky knit sweater?  Yep, fall is here, folks! It’s that magical time of year when Mother Nature puts on her most spectacular show, and we all suddenly become pumpkin spice connoisseurs. But …

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Have you ever scrolled through social media, desperately searching for that perfect quote to slap on your vision board or inspire your next tattoo? Look no further, because we’re exploring the enigmatic world of Zen quotes. These nuggets of wisdom manage to be both profoundly simple and maddeningly complex at the same time. They’re like …

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Picture this: you’re watching someone speak in a video. Their lips are clearly mouthing “ba, ba, ba,” but what you hear is “da, da, da.” Confused? Don’t worry—you’re not losing your mind! What you’re experiencing is the McGurk Effect, a fascinating brain glitch where what you see clashes with what you hear, and your brain …

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Marriage is both sacred and beautiful, inspiring countless poets, authors, and thinkers throughout history.  Whether you’re a newlywed, a longtime partner, or someone who hopes to someday walk down the aisle, the words of wisdom shared by those who have experienced the joys and challenges of married life can offer profound insights and comfort. In …

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Emojis: those delightful little doodles we toss into our chats to spice things up, add a bit of pizzazz, and sometimes save us from having to spell out our feelings in actual words. They’re supposed to make communication clearer, right? Well, not exactly. The reality is, while we’re out here thinking we’re emoji experts, there’s …

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Have you ever wondered what pearls of wisdom your favorite silver screen icons might share if you bumped into them at a swanky Los Angeles café?  From the golden age of cinema to the modern era, Hollywood legends have been dropping quotable gems that stick with us long after the credits roll. These aren’t just …

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Hey there! Did you know that the Portuguese language is full of interesting facts and surprising details? Whether you’re a language enthusiast or just curious to learn something new, this article is filled with fun facts to help you see Portuguese from a fresh perspective. There’s so much to learn from fascinating word histories to …

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