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Happy French Language Day! Did you know French is spoken by over 320 million people in the world? It’s not only one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union, and the Olympic Games, but also the second most learned language in the world after English!

Eid Mubarak! 🌟 A celebration where every language shines— from saying “Eid Sa ‘id” (عيد سعيد) in Arabic to whispering wishes of peace in every tongue. May this Eid fill your heart with connection, culture, and the joy of discovering new words that bring people together. 🌍💬

Happy Holi! 🌸🎨 May your life be filled with color, joy, and new beginnings. Hindi word of the day: Rang (रंग) = Color

Celebrating Women’s History Month 🌸✨ Today we honor the voices of women around the world — past, present, and future. In every language, their words inspire change.

On this International Mother Language Day, we celebrate the power of language to unite us, preserve our cultures, and express our identities. Let’s continue to protect and promote every language around the world. 🌍💬

This sacred month is celebrated in dozens of languages around the world — from Ramadan Mubarak in Arabic, to Selamat Berpuasa in Malay, to Ramazanınız Mübarek Olsun in Turkish. May this season strengthen our community across all the languages we speak.

🧧 新年快乐 (Xīnnián kuàilè)! “Happy Lunar New Year” in Chinese ✨ Wishing you a year filled with joy, success, and new beginnings 🌙🐉

This Valentine’s Day, let love speak many languages 💖 “My love” sounds like “Nuna” (Quechua), “Habibi/Habibti” (Arabic), “Aşkım” (Turkish), and “Mahal ko” (Tagalog).

Today we celebrate Greek Language Day 💙 One of the world’s oldest living languages, Greek has shaped science, philosophy, and modern languages. Hello in Greek: Γειά σου (Yia sou)

This Black History Month, we honor the power of language to carry history across generations. From ancestral African languages to new forms shaped by migration and resilience, words have been a way to remember, to teach, and to affirm identity.

Today we celebrate the right to learn and the opportunities education creates worldwide. The word “education,” from the Latin educare — “to lead forth” — reminds us how learning expands our potential and even helps us connect through new languages.

Today we honor Dr. King’s belief in the power of words — to heal, to unite, and to inspire change. His speeches remind us that language is more than communication; it is a force for justice, compassion, and understanding across all people.

Today we honor Braille — a tactile writing system that empowers millions to read, learn, and live independently. Let’s promote accessibility and inclusion every day. 💬✨

🎉🌟 Happy New Year in every language! 🌍✨ Yeni Yılınız Kutlu Olsun! Heri ya Mwaka Mpya! Manigong Bagong Taon! Buon Anno! 🎊 Let’s welcome 2026 with open hearts and the excitement of exploring new languages and cultures!

Wishing you a joyful Kwanzaa! 🕯️ The first principle of Kwanzaa is Umoja (oo-MOH-jah) — meaning unity in Swahili. It reminds us to strive for togetherness in our families, communities, and nations.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, filled with joy, peace, and light this holiday season! Or as our colleagues say around here: 🎅 Feliz Navidad! 🎁 Joyeux Noël! 🌟 Buon Natale! 🎄 Mutlu Noeller!

World Arabic Language Day celebrates the beauty and diversity of Arabic, a global language spoken by 400+ million people. Arabic has driven major advances in art, science, and philosophy, shaping our modern world. Learn more: unesco.org/en/world-arabi…

🕎 As the candles shine brighter each night, may Hanukkah bring peace, joy, and hope to you and your loved ones. ✨ The word Hanukkah (חֲנוּכָּה) means dedication — a celebration of light that continues to inspire. Chag Hanukkah Sameach! 💙

🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂 This season, let's celebrate gratitude multilingually! Here is how to say “thank you” in several different languages – can you guess which languages they are? Obrigado/obrigada 감사합니다 ধন্যবাদ Рахмет Teşekkürler धन्यवाद شکریہ 谢谢 Cảm ơn شكراً

Today we celebrate the leaders & peacemakers of tomorrow. 🌍 Every child deserves a safe, happy, healthy childhood! 💡Fun fact: 7,000+ languages exist worldwide—each a doorway to dreams & cultures children carry forward. 🗣️✨ Read more: un.org/en/observances…