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The Multilingual Mishap
Juggling multiple languages and the chaos that ensues
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My dog attended a multilingual obedience class. Now he only responds to commands if they're barked in at least three languages. I accidentally told him to sit in Swahili once, and he's been sitting in confusion ever since.
Siri, Translate This!
Dealing with the hilariously inaccurate translations from technology
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Google Translate told me "break a leg" is an encouraging phrase in English. So, I wished my friend good luck before his play by saying, "I hope you need crutches." Now he thinks I'm secretly rooting against him.
Love Letters Lost in Translation
Expressing love across languages and the potential for romantic mishaps
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I sent a sweet text to my partner in emoji, thinking it would be universally understood. Turns out, the combination of a heart, a cat, and a pizza slice doesn't scream romance in every culture. Who knew?
The Accidental Comedian
Unintentionally making jokes due to language misunderstandings
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Complimenting someone's appearance is a minefield when you're dealing with language barriers. I told my Italian friend they looked "spicy," thinking it was a compliment. They just looked at me like I was a confused jalapeño.
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