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speak about history
Hi, i'm a student in archaeology so i'm intersted in countries' history, prehistory, culture... i would like to be an egyptologist. but i want to learn more about scandinavian history, about finland, the vikings, the stonehenge etc. so if anyone has the same hobbies it will be a pleasure to me to speak with you. i can learn you french and romanian, i try to improve my english and to learn german and finnish (just a beginner).
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elena
July 2, 2008
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nina n.
June 30, 2008
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Japanese Culture ("Tanabata"story from my grandma)
We, Japanese people, celebrate "Tanabata" or "the Star Festival" on July 7th. We decorate a bamboo branch with a lot of tanzaku (oblong fancy cards) writing our wishes.
Tanabata is based on a romantic legend. Once a princess who was a fine weaver and a cowherd fell in love with each other. They were so madly fell in love that the princess neglected her weaving and the cowherd let the cows go astray. The king became so angry that he put them on opposite sides of the Milky Way. Later sympathetic magpies flew to her and spread their wings so she could walk across to her lover. But if it rains, the magpies can't help them across the river, so they must wait for another year.
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Rei S.
June 24, 2008
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How do you get knowledge about other cultures?
Last day, I saw so terrible articles.
Japanese major newspaper had wrote very dirty and frame-up articles in English their web-site(Mainichi Daily News:Waiwai).
If such people lived in Japan, it's just only in pornography.
Then I has been afraid of japanese people in foreign countries who are misunderstood.
And so, I want to question you see this, and I hope to answer from you.
1)as Title
2)How much do you trust the informaitons about other cultures?
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Yuki Y.
June 22, 2008
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I would like to learn arabic
Asalamu'Alaykum, I am from america and speak english and would love to learn arabic. I know some arabic but very little. I am looking for female from Saudi Arabia to talk with to improve and learn more arabic and also to help with English in exchange. I would only like females to respond please!! =) Shookran
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Language pair: English; Arabic, Middle Eastern
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Dalal
June 18, 2008
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table manners all over the world
Two members here showed some interest in table manners, how it was yesterday in France and England, and how it has changed today. Our French friend said that what is considered as rude in France is to put one's hands under the table, while our English friend said that it is the contrary that is impolite (putting the inactive hand on the table). For instance, in France it is rude to eructate (roter) while eating, while making air (peter) is rather tolerated. Whereas in Morocco, a big eructation (rot) is considered as something natural and can even be used as a polite sign of the guest's appreciation of the meal offered. But to make air (peter) in public is not at all tolerated, in whatever circumstances.
I propose to all members of this site, from different cultures to describe the table manners of their country or community. It could be a funny game to compare what is judged rude and what is not in each culture.
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Souad A.
June 10, 2008
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Re:French Table Manners
Good morning
My name is patrick, I 43 years old I am french I live in paris, the table manners to france have changed, but for me the education that I got is the following table we had to put both hands on table, keep right, put the bread left on our plate, and this is the hand that was go to the mouth should not be it the head go to the plate.
If you would like more information on how French I will be happy to respond.
I apologize for my English, but if you could help me, I can help you for your french.
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patrick783
June 1, 2008
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Tonya
May 29, 2008
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Latest: May 29, 2008
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French Table Manners
I am interested in French table manners. In the US, we put our napkin on our lap and eat with one hand while the other we keep on our lap. We don't put our elbows on the table and it is rude to lick your fingers or eat with your fingers. (Unless it's finger food like fried chicken or corn on the cob. But you still shouldn't lick your fingers!) Is this similar to French table manners? Manners are getting to be more relaxed in the US and many people don't even know how to use their utensils properly; they put their elbows on the table and leave their napkin next to their plate. It is sad to see manners slip away like that. Are table manners very important in France?
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Language pair: English; French
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Shawn
May 25, 2008
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Latest: June 1, 2008
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Re:Learning american native culture and tradition
Hello,
You would like to learn about the history of America and the people? I am American and I can tell you a little about the people here. Most people are a mixture of nationalities. For example, my mother is Sicilian. My Grand Parents are both from Sicily, Italy. Most everyone you meet has a different cultural background but it is usually from several generations back. Most people say they are a mixture. There are not very many natural blonds here. Most people have medium to dark hair. There are a lot of people coming from Mexico and Spanish is becoming widely used. It is almost the second unofficial language. Also, there are a lot of Chinese. They are thinking of offering it as a language in elementary schools. Although, as a rule, American schools do not force children to learn other languages. That is something Americans want for their children but the government doesn't inforce it.
True Native Americans are all over the US on reservations. They can choose to live there or live anywhere they want. They receive benefits if they are actual Native Americans. It is sad that there are not very many pure Native Americans anymore. (They used to be called American Indians)In the US, many reservations make their money by opening casinos. As far as I know they are not subject to the same tax as other Americans.
This will end my history lesson for today. I hope you enjoyed it and learned something.
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Language pair: English; French
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Shawn
May 18, 2008
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Latest: May 18, 2008
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