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Are you learning another language? How far along are you? (lemmy.ca)
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Μαθαίνω ελληνικά. - I am learning Greek.

I am at the point of being able to read Greek, introduce myself, ask and respond to "how are you" and how to say "I am still learning Greek can we speak English". haha

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[–] 7 points 1 year ago (1 child)

I started learning Swedish yesterday. My native language is Dutch. I started by reading a pronunciation guide, but (and this is so childish) I had to put the book away for laughing so hard after reading the Swedish word for meatballs: köttbullar.

ProfanityIn Dutch, the word "kut" means "cunt". It isn't as profane as the English word and is also often used for the well-known genitals. The guide explained that Swedish "ö" is pronounced like Dutch short "u". After this I opened my Swedish story book and the first picture had the word köttbullar in it. I then heard myself very carefully enunciate what in Dutch sounds like "cunt balls". Couldn't stop laughing.

Today I will make a second attempt. I hope I can keep it contained to a short chuckle.

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  • [–] [S] 2 points 1 year ago

    Thank you for sharing this absolutely hilarious story. Gave me a hearty laugh in the morning. haha

    Good luck getting passed it! I know I wouldn't be strong enough. haha

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