#polyglotlife

I decided to stop waiting for PERFECTION.

I realised there’s no perfect time or perfect topic or even perfect writing style to start blogging, there’s just doing it.

So here I am, on my first K-study log (k-dramas, k-pop so... thought k-study was worth a try! what do you think?)

Today I learned about “being good/ being bad at something” 잘 하다/ 못 하다(coincidence? I don´t think so!)

(object)+을/를+잘/못+하다

The gramar point it’s very simple, you just need to add “잘/못” before de verb and in case of 하다 verbs you separate the noun part, add the subject marker and 잘 하다/ 못 하다.

Let’s see some examples to illustrate this better:

1.- 저는 노래를 못 해요 ( I can’t sing/ I can’t sing well)

2.- 제 친구는 수영을 잘해요 ( My friend is good at swimming)

3.- 저는 글씨를 못 써요 (My handwriting is not good)

4.- 매운 거 잘 먹어요? (Are you good at eating spicy food?)

And that’s today k-study log! (seriously what do you think of the name of the post? is it hashtag material? let me know in the comment’s section!)

Peace and Love

안녕!

Iris Maria (이리스)

If you move to a country whose language you don’t speak yet, maybe you should learn numbers before joining a choir.

Signed,

Hey language-geeks and curious minds! Ever wondered whether learning Arabic is tougher than tackling Japanese? The article breaks it down in a really insightful way — comparing what each language asks of you, and how your own background plays a huge role.

What makes Arabic stand out (aka: the hurdles)

The script & direction: Arabic uses a right-to-left script, letters shift shape depending on position, and vowel markings may be optional or omitted—so decoding visually and phonologically takes some getting used to.

Sounds & pronunciation: There are consonants and emphatic sounds in Arabic not commonly found in many other languages; this adds a layer of challenge in speech and listening.

Grammar & root system: Arabic has the root-system (e.g., tri-consonantal roots), complex verb patterns, and a broad variety of dialects vs formal register which can complicate clarity of what “Arabic” you’re learning.

Dialect/formal split: Learning Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) is different from everyday dialects; there’s a kind of “double” path.

What makes Japanese stand out (and tough in its own way)

Multiple scripts: Japanese uses Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji — each with its own learning curve and if you really go deep into Kanji it becomes a long-term endeavour.

Context, politeness & grammar: The grammar often depends on context and hierarchy of social interaction. Sentence structure can differ (SOV order), particles, honorifics—lots of nuance.

Reading & writing load: Especially if you aim for fluency in reading/writing Japanese, mastering so many Kanji characters is often listed as a big time-sink.

The takeaway

Here’s the key: It’s not simply that Arabic is “more difficult” than Japanese — it depends who you are, what your native language is, what you already know, and what you plan to use the language for.

If your goal is conversational Arabic dialect, you’ll have different tasks than someone who wants to read Arabic classical texts.

If your goal is reading Japanese literature, you’ll face the Kanji mountain.

So: pick your goal, pick your path, and remember motivation + exposure + consistency often matter more than labels like “hardest”.

Hey language-lovers! If you’ve ever wondered “Is Arabic harder than Spanish?” — this article has some juicy insights. Whether you’re deciding your next language or just curious, this one’s for you

What makes Arabic the “harder” option?

The script: Arabic uses a right-to-left script, letters that change shape depending on position, plus short vowels often left out.

Sounds & pronunciation: Unique phonemes and emphatic consonants (that Spanish doesn’t have) can mean a steeper learning curve.

Grammar & structure: Arabic uses a root system, has verb patterns, dual-forms, gendered plurals — all a bit different from what Spanish learners might expect.

Variety: Arabic has the formal register (Modern Standard Arabic) and dozens of dialects, which can complicate learning.

Familiarity: Spanish shares many roots, cognates and sentence structures with other Romance languages (especially for English or French speakers), making it feel more approachable.

Why Spanish often seems easier

Familiar script: Spanish uses the Latin alphabet (which many learners already know).

Shared vocabulary & cognates: If you know English (or another Romance language) you’ll recognise lots of Spanish words.

More consistent pronunciation and spelling rules.

Media exposure & resources: Spanish-speaking content is everywhere, and it’s easier to practise and absorb.

Less variation: While Spanish dialects exist, the jump between them is usually less dramatic than moving between different Arabic dialects or registers.

The real takeaway

Neither Arabic nor Spanish is “easy” by magic — they each bring their own challenges and advantages. The article suggests what matters most is your background, your goals, and which language fits your motivation. So if you’re choosing: pick based on you, not just what everyone says is “easier”.

Hey language-explorers! Ever wondered which language is really the easiest to pick up? The article from Kalima Arabi gives us a thoughtful take on this question—spoiler: it’s not quite as simple as “one universal easiest.”

What makes a language easy?

It shares similar roots or vocabulary with a language you already know.

Its grammar and structure have fewer complications (less irregularity, fewer exceptions).

There are lots of resources and exposure — easy to hear, read, practise.

The writing system & pronunciation aren’t totally alien to you.

So which language came out “#1 easiest” in the article?

While the article doesn’t necessarily crown a single language that everyone will find easiest, it emphasises that the “easiest” language for you is the one that fits your background, goals, and exposure environment. It points out that what seems “easy” for one learner may not for another — because of your native language, your learning environment, your resources, and your motivation. In other words: the easiest isn’t a fixed list item, it’s personal. It suggests you look at your own context: your mother tongue(s), how many similar languages you’ve learned, how much time & access you have, and pick accordingly.

Why this matters if you’re interested in Arabic

If you’re considering starting with Arabic or you’re already in that journey, the article’s insight is super helpful:

Instead of comparing Arabic to “easier” languages and thinking “maybe I should start with that,” you can ask: “Is Arabic the right language for me, right now?”

Or: “If I pick another language that seems easier, do I really gain that much or am I delaying the one I truly want?”

Because ultimately, each language has its own “ease” and “hard” parts — but what makes one easier for you = your motivation + exposure + how the language fits your life.