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    Dating people who speak different language

    Have you ever gone out on a date with somo one who doesn't speak the same language as you. Maybe they know how to speak your language, but they do not speak it regularly.

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    I have never dated anyone who doesn't speak my language. When I was a kid, I had a few friends that spoke different languages. I really don't remember how we could hang out without being able to talk ever.

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    i dated a girl who didn't speak english properly but we got on fine... it wasn't smooth but you end up being a little more forgiving and a lot more patient

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    not yet, but would love to and even i don't have any problem dating such girl.

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    but she really talk different language how you want to communicate?

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    Mate, eyes . Eyes speaks more than anything else. And the result can be either i teach her my language or either I learns hers .

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    i haven't date anyone who speaks a different language but its worth the try sometimes liking and love for each other transends all barriers,many things are understood without uttering a word thats the expression power ,if i meet someone who is wonderful and don't speak my language i'll learn her language and maybe she can learn mine too.

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    Dating someone of another language

    Yes folks, I've done it many times and have countless friends and acquaintances around the world who have and some of whom have made great marriages, (even some who learned the other language after the marriage!). We've all met people who speak our language...but don't speak our language, if you know what I mean? When a girl likes you, she likes you, and she'll try and so will you. My friend and his wife started with sign language. Other Canadian acquaintances of mine spend sometimes an entire week with a girl when neither speaks a thing and they're laughing themselves sick having so much fun. On the other hand, remember that myself and all the aforementioned had to make the effort (and vice verce of course) to learn the loved one's language. It shows respect for that persons country and that you really care.

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    Yes, I have dated one person who spoke a different language. She happens to be from Panama. She now speaks very good English and without any kind of accent, if you can believe that. Also she is now my wife of 18 years this coming June 30th.

    Glenn

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    Buenissimo

    Good for you, Glenn. God bless you and your family. You found her, and you're living my dream.

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    Thanks Matthew...

    I do consider myself a lucky man. But I don't know if it would have happened if I didn't get stationed in Panama during the Just Cause War in 1989. Matthew, if you want it bad enough it can happen for you to. Take Care.


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    I tried dating with someone who speaks different language. It was a challenging. I always see to it that I speak slowly so he can grasp everything that I said and he can get what I meant. It went nice though

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    Spontaneous Combustion...

    I have this rule: Never let words get in the way of perfect communication. While vacationing in Toronto, I met and dated this Russian girl. We could barely understand each other, but the chemistry between us did all the comunication we would ever need. We said very little to each other while sharing the most comfortable silence I ever shared with anyone on a first and (as it turned out to be) only date. It was a one-night stand. My flight was booked for the following morning. I'll never know if this would've lasted over the long haul, but for six hours, it was pure magic!
    "Few cities in Latin America can match the diversity, cosmopolitanism and sheer energy of Panama City..." - THE ROUGH GUIDE

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    I know some people who dated others who didn't speak their native tongue too well and it managed to work somewhat well, although some of them broke up but not due to language issues apparently.

    I really haven't faced this issue, but I do have some friends that don't have a full grasp of the English language and thus sometimes it's not perfect. But as long as we can communicate efficiently and have fun, a grammatical mistake here and there is not a big issue at all.

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    I agree with you. : )

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    Quote Originally Posted by themark View Post
    Have you ever gone out on a date with somo one who doesn't speak the same language as you. Maybe they know how to speak your language, but they do not speak it regularly.
    Yes.. I tried it for few times already and i can say its not really uncomfortable to talk with a date that talks like a robot Yes she can speak abit on my language but not fluently..

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    I had this situation a few times, and though it can result some funny situations, most times it was rather annoying ( I think for both of us) then fun. I think at least a bit understanding, a language to communicate is essential. English is not my first language, so, I know it can be difficult. But without a basic understanding, I dont feel to start dating with someone...if not for a very short time

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    Wink Re: Dating people who speak different language

    i am in love with a girl who does not speak english at all ,,,.,!! she works in a shop , every time i look at her eyes , i cant take my eyes of her , i am so in love with her .,. its been 3 years since i am seeing her everyday,.,..,., and she looks at me too ,.. sometimes he smiles, i have not yet made a move to speak to her , but i make excuses to get into that shop , but i just look at her , she has this beautiful look with her beautiful eyes that captures me ,.... its a special feeling for me ... i had some childish relationship years back when i was in school , but this is so special... she is very special to me ... i started learning her language(georgian) the next day after i saw her...i am waiting for the time that i can speak fluently , that i will finally speak with her for the first time ,.... but i am not yet decided how to make my first move ,..

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    Re: Dating people who speak different language

    Quote Originally Posted by daniel View Post
    i am in love with a girl who does not speak english at all ,,,.,!! she works in a shop , every time i look at her eyes , i cant take my eyes of her , i am so in love with her .,. its been 3 years since i am seeing her everyday,.,..,., and she looks at me too ,.. sometimes he smiles, i have not yet made a move to speak to her , but i make excuses to get into that shop , but i just look at her , she has this beautiful look with her beautiful eyes that captures me ,.... its a special feeling for me ... i had some childish relationship years back when i was in school , but this is so special... she is very special to me ... i started learning her language(georgian) the next day after i saw her...i am waiting for the time that i can speak fluently , that i will finally speak with her for the first time ,.... but i am not yet decided how to make my first move ,..
    i do not understand if this girl is in panama or not ? but in any case just go try to talk to her , it does not matter if you make mistakes , she will understand and think it is great you are at least trying , wait to long and she might be gone by the time you get there .

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    Re: Dating people who speak different language

    Quote Originally Posted by daniel View Post
    i am in love with a girl who does not speak english at all ,,,.,!! she works in a shop , every time i look at her eyes , i cant take my eyes of her , i am so in love with her .,. its been 3 years since i am seeing her everyday,.,..,., and she looks at me too ,.. sometimes he smiles, i have not yet made a move to speak to her , but i make excuses to get into that shop , but i just look at her , she has this beautiful look with her beautiful eyes that captures me ,.... its a special feeling for me ... i had some childish relationship years back when i was in school , but this is so special... she is very special to me ... i started learning her language(georgian) the next day after i saw her...i am waiting for the time that i can speak fluently , that i will finally speak with her for the first time ,.... but i am not yet decided how to make my first move ,..

    Not sure what happen to my reply, so let me try again.


    I met my girl in Panama last January through a mutual friend (best way to get hooked up with latinas). She's Colombian and goes to school there. I barely speaks Spanish, and she no English. We managed to communicate what's important to us and what we are looking for in a partner. Since I'm still in the state, the bulk of our conversation takes place via e-mail (thank God there's such thing as Yahoo translate). When I visited we are too busy cuddling and loving each other that we overlooked the language barrier. We fought twice because of the language barrier, but no big deal. So my friend take Nakedguy advice and go for it. You don't make your move, and some one else will.



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