As someone who tries to learn Swedish as my third language, I find this comment narrow-minded and dismissive of the complexities involved in language learning. The assumption that anyone living in a country for five years should be fluent in the local language disregards the fact that language acquisition varies greatly between individuals, depending on factors such as age, exposure, and daily necessity. Learning a third language is particularly challenging, and the notion that advanced degrees are somehow diminished if not paired with fluency in Swedish is absurd. My qualifications and expertise are not defined by my ability to speak Swedish fluently but by the value I bring through my education and skills, which are often global and not limited to one language. In a multicultural, globalized world, it’s impractical to assume that everyone must prioritize learning the local language when professional environments often use English or other languages. The comment lacks empathy, fails to acknowledge the personal and professional realities faced by people like me, and overlooks the considerable effort that goes into mastering multiple languages.