About Us
Who We Are
We are a small editorial team that researches and compiles information about language learning from linguistic studies, FSI (Foreign Service Institute) data, academic research, and language learning communities. We are not certified linguists, language teachers, or polyglots. We are researchers who organize publicly available data into practical guides.
What We Do
- Language Rankings — We compile difficulty rankings based primarily on FSI training data, which measures how long it takes English-speaking diplomats to reach professional proficiency in different languages
- Language Guides — We write honest assessments of individual languages, covering what makes them easier or harder for English speakers
- Tool Reviews — We review popular language learning apps, books, and resources with honest pros-and-cons analysis
Our Sources
We rely on publicly available data from the U.S. Foreign Service Institute, published linguistic research, university language department resources, and community feedback from language learning forums. We cite our sources where possible and update articles as new data becomes available.
Content Disclaimer
The information on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only. Language learning difficulty is subjective and varies significantly based on individual factors including your native language, prior language learning experience, motivation, learning environment, and available study time.
FSI difficulty rankings are based on training data from English-speaking U.S. government employees and may not reflect your personal experience. The hour estimates provided are averages and should be treated as rough guidelines, not guarantees.
We do not guarantee any specific learning outcomes. If you need professional language instruction, please consult a qualified language teacher or accredited language program.
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Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or rankings. We recommend products based on research, user reviews, and community feedback — not commission rates. We clearly label affiliate links throughout the site.
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