New Year is one of the most widely celebrated events across the world, but the way people welcome it can be very different from culture to culture. While most people around the world are celebrating the New Year now, in my country the New Year will begin in about three months.

I am from Iran, where the New Year is called Nowruz. Nowruz starts on the first day of spring and represents renewal, nature, and fresh beginnings. Instead of winter celebrations, our New Year arrives with warmer weather, blooming flowers, and longer days.

In preparation for Nowruz, families clean their homes, set a traditional table called Haft-Seen, visit relatives, and welcome the new year with hope and positive energy.

Talking about traditions like New Year celebrations is a great way to practice real-life English communication. It allows learners to explain customs, compare cultures, share personal experiences, and ask meaningful questions — all essential communication skills.

In my lessons, I enjoy hosting cultural exchange discussions in English, where students can talk about their own traditions, learn about others, and improve fluency in a relaxed and supportive environment.

If you enjoy meaningful conversations and learning about different cultures through English, I would be happy to explore these topics with you in class.

You are welcome to join my Cultural Exchange: Free Discussion in English lesson to talk about New Year traditions and cultural differences in a friendly setting.