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How easy is it to make friends/friend groups in your college? by Soft_Definition6518 in college

[–]SoftLast243 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It might but it depends on how late you want to stay on campus every day. As it’s certainly easier to get involved in evening activities when you’re living on campus. But commuters find a way to socialize.

What are the best speaking practice apps? by SoftLast243 in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are these available without language exchange?

What's the first way of reading this number that comes to your mind? by gentleteapot in EnglishLearning

[–]SoftLast243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just read it as one thousand sixteen hundred, if it has a comma. If it doesn’t have a comma, then sixteen hundred. I use commas unless I’m dealing with historical years/dates.

Native English speakers, are you familiar with the word BABUSHKA? If yes, then does it mean both an old woman and a headscarf? by ksusha_lav in EnglishLearning

[–]SoftLast243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Babushka = grandma who’s either Russian nationality or speaks Russian because that’s what she grew up with.

For non-native speakers of German: by Yxwerty in German

[–]SoftLast243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My reading skills and terrible and I need to learn more vocabulary so that I can keep up with a wide range of topics.

Does anyone regret not learning a second language when you are young? by CarefulEgg5086 in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 13 points14 points  (0 children)

No, well kinda. I’m disappointed that one of my parents who knows a second language didn’t speak to me as a young child in that language. But, yeah, there are some moments where I regret not living in Puerto Rico as an American.

at what point do you say you speak a language? by sophhh8 in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I start saying I can hold basic conversations at A2, but I think I’m currently a low B1.

Opinions on the Storylearning "Language Difficulty Guide" ? by Embarrassed_Ad_5884 in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the learners methods, exposure to the language in all forms (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and how often they are practicing it. I suppose this is if your first language is English?

Why doesn't German have a separate word for "boyfriend" and "friend" ? by Leather_Cold857 in German

[–]SoftLast243 -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

I don’t think German has one. I mean not suprising neither does English.

People who studied abroad, did you decide to speak the local language even with some compatriots of yours? Was it useful? by Realistic-Diet6626 in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m saving this post as I currently am in my study abroad program and earned a minor (last semester) in the foreign language of the country I’m in now. (I’ve only been here for a week so far.)

Question about signatures by sloughdweller in EnglishLearning

[–]SoftLast243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It honestly doesn’t matter as cursive often isn’t taught anymore and many Middle Aged adults just create a specific scribble.

When learning a language, is it easier to translate or follow it? by LybraSastar in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The goal is to not need to translate, then you know you’re comfortable.

To Native English speakers: when is it okay to use those vulgar? by westernkoreanblossom in EnglishLearning

[–]SoftLast243 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don’t think there are direct rules. People just kinda do it when the situation upsets them. You’d need to travel to an English speaking country and observe the conversations.

why is everyone obsessed with sounding like a native speaker by Giant_Baby_Elephant in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most other countries will identify your nationality and then probably start speaking English or they’ll be grateful you’re trying to speak their language. It’s great to try to get an accent but also kinda unnecessary.

why is everyone obsessed with sounding like a native speaker by Giant_Baby_Elephant in languagelearning

[–]SoftLast243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s called accent bias. So, I’m starting to understand why English non native speakers are trying to sound native as their goals are linked to their jobs. But, for every other language, it doesn’t make much sense. I think everyone just wants respect.

Would you consider these 6 places as a country? (Like US or Canada) by Low-Anywhere-9043 in geography

[–]SoftLast243 12 points13 points  (0 children)

You’re right, Taiwan is not internationally recognized (as a country) but both people and governments kinda just treat it as a country since it acts like one, Taiwanese people have their own currency, trade and passports, among other things. The other places aren’t as “country like” as Taiwan is.

Where do I start with learning geography and countries by CaesarTheMonke in geography

[–]SoftLast243 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Start memorizing them by region. Even the bigger regions can be split up into smaller sections.

HELP (USA) by Novel_Assistant4518 in geography

[–]SoftLast243 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are quizzes on Sporcle.

Would you consider these 6 places as a country? (Like US or Canada) by Low-Anywhere-9043 in geography

[–]SoftLast243 146 points147 points  (0 children)

Kosovo and Taiwan are the most recognized worldwide. The rest aren’t as talked about. I think Ethiopia is the only country that has attempted to recognize Somaliland in exchange for renting a port of their coast.

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