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scot47 · Joined: 10 Jan 2003 Posts: 15343

http://blogs.transparent.com/language-news/2016/03/07/nose-papers-christmas-blankets-and-why-small-mistakes-make-a-big-difference/

gregory999 · Joined: 29 Jul 2015 Posts: 372 Location: 999

What about you, scotty?
What embarrassing mistranslations have you made in your language learning journey, especially in the Magic Kingdom?

When I was in the Magic Kingdom, I have heard a Philipina nurse say 'Arabic', I thought she was saying 'a rabbit'! Smile

johnslat · Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2016 1:26 am Post subject:

Dear scot47,

I really like that article. Thanks.

Regards,
John

scot47 · Joined: 10 Jan 2003 Posts: 15343

For a fellow member of The "Grumpy Old Men Club" nothing is too much effort !

grahamb · Joined: 30 Apr 2003 Posts: 1945

Will some kind soul sponsor my application for membership?

scot47 · Joined: 10 Jan 2003 Posts: 15343

We need concrete evidence of your grumpiness. Heaving a half-brick through Johnslat's window might do it.

grahamb · Joined: 30 Apr 2003 Posts: 1945

I fear my membership would be posthumous if I were to antagonise an ex-marine. You may consider my application withdrawn. Crying or Very sad

johnslat · Posted: Wed Mar 09, 2016 12:09 am Post subject:

Dear grahamb,

I hereby appoint you a member in full-standing of the "Grumpy Old Men Club." Now, put down that half-brick, please (and please try to be grumpier,) Very Happy

Regards,
John

scot47 · Joined: 10 Jan 2003 Posts: 15343

Grahamb is now accredited as a member in good standing. Subscription is now due and payable to Treasurer and Grand Vizier, who is none other than ---------------------------------

scot47

grahamb · Joined: 30 Apr 2003 Posts: 1945

Many thanks John and Scot47. I am truly honoured to be accepted into the ranks of such a prestigious body of men. May I nominate Donald Trump for membership?

scot47 · Joined: 10 Jan 2003 Posts: 15343

This will be considered after receipt of your entry fee and annual subscription.

grahamb · Joined: 30 Apr 2003 Posts: 1945

Ivana says there's a Czech in the post. Wink

johnslat · Posted: Wed Mar 09, 2016 11:25 pm Post subject:

Dear grahamb,

Ivana? You don't keep up too much on pop culture, it seems:

Trump's Trumpettes:

3rd: Melania Trump (m. 2005), 2nd: Marla Maples (m. 1993–1999), 1st: Ivana Trump (m. 1977–1992) Very Happy

Say hello to the possible future First Lady:

http://www.gossipextra.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Melania-1.jpg

Regards,
John

grahamb · Joined: 30 Apr 2003 Posts: 1945

John, she certainly trumps the others! Wink