“Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays”?
We've now entered the holiday season, so should you greet people with "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Holidays"? It seems to matter to Americans, but why??? In language learning, knowing how…
Business Language Instruction with Wetzel
“Hola!” And...is that as far as you get with your Spanish-speaking employees? What if you could say a little more to them? Understand more of their on-the-job conversations? Enhance relationships…
Self-Isolating as an Expat: Survival Tips
Yesterday I watched a short video online. In it, a young woman with a guitar said she had written a song about life in our current situation. She strummed a…
Quarantine Homeschool Support: We Can Do That!
How is your new life going? Specifically, how is it having school with your kids at home? Has the novelty worn off, and do they now hate their new teacher…
Virtual Version of Our Popular Professional English Course
We promised we would bring you remote language learning options during this time of social distancing. Well, we're ready to deliver. A virtual version of our popular Professional English Course…
Quarantine with Wetzel Language Classes Online
It's crazy times, isn't it? Most of us have never lived through anything that caused this much disruption to daily life. It's resulting in a lot of anxiety, but also…
What Does the Word “Get” Mean?
"What does the word "get" mean?" We hear this question often from our English students because "get" is a word that drives them crazy. Americans say "get" all the time,…
American Slang
Has this ever happened to you? You are speaking English and feeling pleased with how well you are doing. The words are coming easily, and you understand without having to translate in your head. You even remembered to use the…
Students Love Group Language Classes at Wetzel
Recently we shared feedback from students enjoying our private language lessons. Did you know we also do group classes? We offer a variety of seminars, each with a specific focus. Our Professional English Course covers business vocabulary. This includes idioms…
Being an Expat Spouse: Farewell Thoughts on One of the Best Times in My Life
We are starting a new series on the blog called “Student Voices.” Our language and culture trainees will share various experiences and insights about their expatriation. We’re pleased to have Romana kick off the series with her thoughts on going…