
More Than Words Podcast
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The More Than Words podcast, brought to you by Rosetta Stone UK, is back for series two, where we meet fascinating people and experts in the field of language and linguistics, answering your most pressing questions about learning another language.
Our host, polyglot and writer Alex Rawlings, speaks to a range of guests. From neuroscientists like Thomas Bak on the best way to learn a language, to Susie Dent speaking about vocabulary, and US Memory champion Chester Santos on how to remember it all. We also have the UK’s favourite German comedian Henning Wehn talking about slang and where to find it, and 2 phonetic fanatics discussing accents and how to improve your pronunciation.
In our final episode Alex and special guest Susie Dent will be answering YOUR questions on language learning. So if there’s something you’d like to know, please tweet @RosettaStoneUK for a chance to be selected.
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Latest episodes

Nov 22, 2022 • 7min
Which are the hardest and easiest languages to learn? With Language Expert and British Polyglot
What is the easiest and hardest language to learn? Alex and Luke explain how your native language could help or hinder the learning of a new one. Can pronunciation be easier? Your native language phonetics and phonology might help. If you want to take your learning to the next level, we have a special offer here to start your language learning journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/?cmp=mtw&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=mtw10&utm_content=sl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 2022 • 6min
How to pronounce French letters & words with accent expert Luke Nicholson
Quick tips on French pronunciation! Luke Nicholson takes you through his tips for understanding the harder French letters and words. Luke covers the importance of the IPA dictionary, silent letters and how gargling and pinching your nose may help your French accent! If you want to take your learning to the next level, we have a special offer here to start your language learning journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/?cmp=mtw&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=mtw12&utm_content=sl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 4, 2022 • 7min
How to pronounce Spanish letters & words with accent expert Luke Nicholson
Quick tips to sound more Spanish! Luke Nicholson takes you through his top tips for improving your accent in Castilian Spanish. Luke explains the difference between a voiced alveolar tap and trill with exercises to help your accent on its way! If you want to take your learning to the next level, we have a special offer here to start your language learning journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/?cmp=mtw&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=mtw13&utm_content=sl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 4, 2022 • 4min
Susie Dent's Foreign Words of the Week- Stolen Words
Stolen words – Foreign Words of the Week with Susie Dent What English words have been stolen from other languages? How much of English has come from other languages? Countdown Star Susie Dent describes her top British words that have been adopted from other languages! As English originates from other languages… Why not give a new one a go? Feel inspired to take your language learning to the next level? Try our special offer here to start you on your journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/?cmp=mtw&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=mtw20&utm_content=sl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 24, 2022 • 4min
Susie Dent's Foreign Words of the Week- Love
Top phrases on dating and love when language learning! How to flirt in another language?! Whether to flirt with someone on holiday or just to learn more conversational phrases, love and dating offer useful slang. Countdown Star Susie Dent describes the perfect Italian phrase for going back to an ex… reheated cabbage. Learn to flirt in Italian, Japanese, Turkish and more! Feel inspired to take your language learning to the next level? Try our special offer here to start you on your journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/?cmp=mtw&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=mtw19&utm_content=slSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 24, 2022 • 4min
Susie Dent's Foreign Words of The Week - Sport
What are the best conversational phrases to know when learning a language? Top football phrases in other languages! Love it or hate it, nothing starts a conversation like sport! Countdown star Susie Dent gives her top sport phrases when language learning. Feel inspired to take your language learning to the next level? https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/?cmp=mtw&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=mtw18&utm_content=sl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 9, 2022 • 4min
Susie Dent's Foreign Words of The Week - Slang
What are common slang words to know when learning a language? Word expert and Countdown star Susie Dent takes you through her top slang words to learn. Susie Dent teaches you slang in German, Korean, French, Spanish and more! Feel inspired to take your language learning to the next level? Try our special offer here to start you on your journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 2022 • 3min
Susie Dent's Foreign Words of The Week - Idioms
Best idioms when learning a language! Top phrases to learn when learning a language! Idioms are useful phrases that will take your language skills to the next level. Countdown Star Susie Dent teaches you phrases in Russian, Italian, Norwegian, Chinese, and more! Feel inspired to take your language learning to the next level? Try our special offer here to start you on your journey: https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/s3/...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Oct 4, 2022 • 4min
Susie Dent's Foreign Words of The Week - The 'Untranslatables'
Countdown star Susie Dent shares her top 'Untranslatables' - words that can't be translated into English. From Swedish, she introduces a word for the friend that is always late despite saying they'll be on time. Explore untranslatable words from different countries, including German, Danish, and Dutch.

May 27, 2021 • 48min
Language Learning Q&A with Susie Dent, Alex Rawlings & special guest Dan Walker
In our final episode of the series, Susie Dent and Alex Rawlings answer the top 10 language learning questions submitted by you, our More Than Words listeners! We’ve covered a range of topics and this has sparked discussion from our guests, many of which have made it to this discussion. We are also joined by very special guest, BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker, who has started on his own language learning journey recently. We’ll hear how he is getting on and whether he has a few questions of his own! All listeners can also go to https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/podcast/ to receive special offers and start your own language learning journey today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.