EVENT DESCRIPTION Stop making frustrating mistakes! This free Spanish grammar class will tackle the 5 most common verb conjugations and usage errors made by new learners. Includes a free downloadable Spanish verb chart to help you master present tense rules. EVENT OUTPUT Stop making frustrating mistakes! This free Spanish grammar class will tackle the 5 […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam. This is the mandatory first live 'Round' for all new Spanish Associates (Beginners). We cover basic introductions, essential greetings, and how to navigate the platform's chat and Mission system. EVENT OUTPUT * Confidence to participate in future […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION A fun, collaborative 'Mission' where we translate complex lyrics from a popular song or subtitles from a short film clip into the target language. Focus is on capturing meaning and tone, not just word-for-word translation. EVENT OUTPUT * A collaborative, subtitled clip or translated song lyric sheet. * Deeper understanding of cultural references […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION Join our German 'Godfather' for a focused, 90-minute workshop on mastering the R-sound and the umlauts ("a, "o, "u). We will break down common pronunciation pitfalls and practice phonetic drills. Limited spots available for personalized feedback. EVENT OUTPUT Targeted phonetic exercises and audio files for practice. * Improvement in the pronunciation of 5 […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION This special mixed-language 'Round' focuses solely on overcoming the fear of speaking. We use structured role-playing and proven psychological techniques to help you silence your inner critic and embrace mistakes. All language levels welcome. EVENT OUTPUT Three actionable techniques to reduce speaking anxiety. * One successful, unscripted conversation in your target language. * […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION A fast-paced listening comprehension event. Participants listen to unscripted, native-speed audio clips (interviews, news, podcasts) and compete to accurately summarize the content. We offer groups for Spanish, French, and Japanese. EVENT OUTPUT Improved ability to follow native-speed conversations. * Practical strategies for note-taking during listening exercises. * Exposure to real-world, unsimplified language usage. […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION An Intermediate 'Mission' debrief and deep dive into modern Japanese slang and coded language used in online forums and informal settings. Learn phrases you won't find in textbooks and practice using them in conversation. EVENT OUTPUT * A cheat sheet of 15 essential modern Japanese slang terms. * Practice using 3 new slang […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION A general, multi-language 'Round' hosted by the site administrator ("The Don"). Ask questions about the future of the platform, request new features, or suggest new 'Missions' and language groups. Your feedback shapes the future of the Mafia! EVENT OUTPUT Direct input into the platform's development roadmap. * Answers to technical, community, or progression […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION Reserved for Advanced (Capo-level) French learners. Bring a recent essay or long-form writing Mission to this session. The 'Godmother' will provide live, constructive criticism on structure, idiomatic expression, and grammatical nuance. EVENT OUTPUT Detailed, personalized feedback on a piece of French writing. * Techniques for incorporating 5 complex idiomatic expressions. * Strategies for […]
EVENT DESCRIPTION Explore the rich history behind common Mandarin chengyu (four-character idioms). Understanding the cultural context is key to sounding native. We will cover the stories and origins of the most frequently used phrases. EVENT OUTPUT Knowledge of the background stories for 10 common chengyu. * Confidence to use 5 new idioms in conversation and […]