Tag: Language acquisition

With over a billion non-native speakers of English worldwide, the acronym NNS is a common linguistic term. However, the term's meaning can vary drastically across different fields, from blockchain to healthcare, depending on its context.

According to a study published in *Neurology*, individuals who are bilingual tend to develop dementia years later than monolingual individuals. The intensive process of learning kanji, a component of Japanese, offers unique and powerful cognitive benefits that serve as a mental workout for the brain.

Over 2,136 'jōyō' kanji are designated for everyday use in Japan, a number that can feel daunting for language learners. For those asking, "Can I take kanji every day?", the question hinges on whether you mean studying Japanese characters or consuming the popular fermented probiotic drink of the same name.