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Read more about the article Beware! The Danger of Direct Translation
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Beware! The Danger of Direct Translation

Beware! A story of a major language blooper as a result of direct translation from one language to another . . . meeting a "false friend."

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November 18, 2019
Read more about the article Language Barriers—That’s Not What I Meant!
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Language Barriers—That’s Not What I Meant!

Sometimes, a mispronunciation of a word in a foreign language can lead to some major barriers, bloopers, and misunderstandings.

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October 28, 2019
Read more about the article The Danger of Learning a Language Orally
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The Danger of Learning a Language Orally

Learning a language orally can be dangerous. Sometimes, we learn and use words out of context. This can lead to some embarrassing moments!

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October 21, 2019
Read more about the article Language Blooper—Can I Make it a ‘Coke Float’ Please?
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Language Blooper—Can I Make it a ‘Coke Float’ Please?

Spanish language learning can be challenging and fun—or should I say FUNNY? Here's another language blooper that leads to some cultural reflection.

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October 17, 2019
Read more about the article 10 Words in England That You May Not Understand!
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10 Words in England That You May Not Understand!

Even if you speak English, there are some common words that you may not understand if you are traveling in England and you aren't British!

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October 9, 2019
Read more about the article Language Blooper—Do You Need a ‘Napkin’ or a ‘Serviette’?
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Language Blooper—Do You Need a ‘Napkin’ or a ‘Serviette’?

There are many differences between American and British English. Sometimes the vocabulary differences can lead to some embarrassing moments!

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October 4, 2019
Read more about the article Language Blooper— ‘It’s Not a Rubber!’
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Language Blooper— ‘It’s Not a Rubber!’

Learning language as a child can be very confusing, especially when you are in a multi-cultural and mutli-lingual environment.

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September 25, 2019
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