Tuesday, January 31, 2006

The most important words to know in a foreign language

This is a list of absolute basic words one should know, at minimum, in the native language before entering a foreign country.

Critical:

  • Toilet
  • Hello
  • Goodbye
  • Please
  • Thank you
  • Water
  • Common numbers
For a little added convenience:
  • Hotel
  • Police
  • Telephone
  • You're welcome
  • I do not speak
  • Beer

Do you think I missed something? Let me know whether you think the word is critical to getting around or whether it just adds convenience.

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