Lingusitics How many languages do you speak?

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The discussion revolves around Ludwig Wittgenstein's quote, "The limits of my language means the limits of my world," prompting participants to share their language skills and thoughts on the relationship between language and cognition. Many contributors express that they primarily think in English, though some also think in other languages like Spanish, Arabic, and Norwegian, depending on the context. The conversation touches on the idea of mathematics as a language, with differing opinions on whether it qualifies as a standalone language or merely a system of symbols used across different languages. Participants highlight the importance of language education, particularly in the UK, and share personal experiences with learning multiple languages, emphasizing the cognitive benefits of bilingualism. The discussion also includes a light-hearted exchange about the complexities and nuances of various languages, including dialects and regional variations.

How many languages do you speak?

  • English

    Votes: 26 96.3%
  • French

    Votes: 15 55.6%
  • Spanish

    Votes: 9 33.3%
  • German

    Votes: 7 25.9%
  • Chinese

    Votes: 3 11.1%
  • Arabic

    Votes: 1 3.7%
  • Other

    Votes: 12 44.4%

  • Total voters
    27
  • #31
I speak okay Turkish, I can read French a lot bettre than I can speak it as well.
 

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