French or Spanish: Which Language Will Win Over the Babes?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the choice between learning French or Spanish, particularly in the context of attracting romantic interest. Participants explore the perceived attractiveness of each language, practical considerations for learning, and personal experiences with language acquisition.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that Spanish may be more useful in the U.S. due to its prevalence among speakers.
  • Others argue that French is associated with refinement and beauty, potentially making it more attractive to romantic interests.
  • A participant mentions the appeal of learning both languages but expresses time constraints.
  • There are claims that learning English is essential for attracting women in certain neighborhoods.
  • One participant shares a personal anecdote about the romantic nature of speaking French in a real-life situation.
  • Some express a preference for French, citing its elegance and the impression it may leave on potential partners.
  • Another participant humorously suggests that learning Italian might be the best option for attracting women.
  • Concerns are raised about the difficulty of learning a language without practice partners, with a recommendation to choose a language based on local conversational opportunities.
  • There is a suggestion that the attractiveness of a language may depend on the speaker's ability to use it effectively rather than just knowing a few phrases.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express a preference for French over Spanish in terms of attractiveness, but there is no consensus on which language is definitively better to learn. Multiple competing views remain regarding the practical utility of each language and their appeal in social contexts.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that personal experiences and regional differences may influence language choice, and there are varying opinions on the ease of learning each language based on individual backgrounds.

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Looks like I'll get started with French then. :) Let's see how it turns out.
 
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Forget the Ferrari and learn the french. Women will melt, and it endear you to France,and you'll be compelled to follow in Hemmingway's footsteps, meet amd fall in love with a beautiful young french girl you meet in the Jardins du Luxembourg. She will promise to love you always, but later break your heart when you both realize a bi-continental long distance relationship won't work. You'll briefly consider moving to Paris permanently then realize that Paris isn't as cheap as Hemmingway made it sound in the 20's-especially on a student's meager earnings- so you'll be forced to part ways leaving half your heart on Pont Neuf where you say your tearful goodbyes. You will leave half of your heart there on the bridge, and the warm mixture of sadness and joy you'll feel as you watch the girl blend into the crowd will stay with you the rest of your life, long after you've married and had children...

Ya...something like that..




Or you can learn spanish, order some beers, and find out what a donkey show is in Tijuana;)

As the Merovingian said, "I love speaking french-It's like wiping your arse with silk"
 
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