Thanks to new technology and better modes of travel, we’re all able to connect faster than ever before. And that’s why learning a second language may be a great idea, especially for jet setters. Even maintaining basic conversations will make your host country a more welcoming place.”And if you’re an adult who’s never learned a second language, Touma says that shouldn’t stop you from trying. “It takes effort and patience, but in general, I think the reason why people think it’s hard is because it’s such a different learning experience than anything else,” Touma says. “Just approaching someone and having this, the most basic of interactions, will open you up to a new reality.”Here are 100 ways to say hello in different languages, translated by Google Translate and checked in part by our friends at Babbel, so you’re ready for wherever your travels take you next.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 27, 2023 22:31 UTC