Renee101

renee101

Chicago Member since 2014
English French Beginner

I love languages.  I know how to read read three languages, English, Spanish, and French.  I am trying to improve on pronunciation for Spanish and French.  I am looking to learn Korean as a beginner.  And I would love to learn a few words from every language, and I would especially love to get to...

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Renee101

Renee101

Chicago Member since 2014
English French Beginner Spanish Beginner +1

Hello, my name is Renee.  I am training to be an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher and would like some practice.  I am willing to chat with anyone trying to learn English.  I am looking to learn Korean as a beginner, though as I will be working with this group in the near future.

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Anu

Anu

Chicago Member since 2014
Malay English French Beginner

I am just starting to learn french and would like to speak to someone for practice so I can learn more quickly. I have native level proficiency in both English and Bahasa Malaysia and can help you with either one of those languages. I can also help with Bahasa Indonesia because it is almost ident...

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Doctor b

Doctor B

Chicago Member since 2014
English French Beginner

I am a university professor (marketing international business). I have been to 62 countries and love travel. I have also done consulting on intercultural communication.

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Allie sharp

Allie Sharp

Chicago Member since 2013
English French Beginner Arabic Beginner

Bonjour! My daughter, Allie, will be will be five soon. This is her second year at the Lycée Francais de Chicago, and I'm hoping to find a friend for her to Skype with! 

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