Pity the poor conductor of this train

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The discussion centers around the complexity of the Welsh place name Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantsiliogogogoch, highlighting its length and difficulty in pronunciation. Participants share their experiences with the name, noting that with practice, it becomes easier to say. Comparisons are made to long German words, specifically mentioning Rindfleischetikettierungsüberwachungsaufgabenübertragungsesetz, suggesting a playful rivalry between the two languages in terms of word length. Links are provided to audio resources for pronunciation assistance, emphasizing the challenge and humor in tackling such lengthy words. Overall, the conversation captures the fun and frustration of navigating these linguistic hurdles.
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...having to call out the name of this station.

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Conductor: "Now arriving at Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantsiliogogogoch"

Passenger: "Gesundheit"
 
I've been there. And I've heard it spoken several times.

It's that bad with a little practice.
 
The Welsh and the Germans should get together to see who can make the longest words. I was in grade school when I first saw that sign. They still haven't shortened it. I doubt if the Germans can match it.

EDIT: On the other hand: Rindfleischetikettierungsüberwachungsaufgabenübertragungsesetz. (For some reason, a space is being inserted, but it is one word.)
 
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Astronuc said:
I've been there. And I've heard it spoken several times.

It's that bad with a little practice.
Yes, it's that bad.
http://www.forumwales.com/resources-audio.htm"
Near the bottom of the page is a button to click to hear it spoken.
 
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Jimmy Snyder said:
http://www.forumwales.com/resources-audio.htm"

And I was so close...
 
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I was making good progress dissecting the word until I got to the 4 consecutive L's..
 
Jimmy Snyder said:
Yes, it's that bad.
http://www.forumwales.com/resources-audio.htm"
Near the bottom of the page is a button to click to hear it spoken.
Silly wabbits.
 
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That's easy, I could read it faster.
 
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