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Study reveals common gaffes when using a foreign language

Calling Greeks a “squid” and asking for a “condom” at the breakfast table are among the most common mistakes made by Britons trying to speak a foreign language. Continue reading

Speak Their Language and Make a Friend

English is commonly understood around the world.  It may be the de facto international language.  When someone from Greece or Poland meets someone from Italy or Germany, they speak English.  However, if English is your native tongue, and you plan to travel to Europe, yourjourney is will surely be more fun if you can speak … Continue reading