I might as well use this time to learn something

Apr 7, 2020 9:20 PM

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Its kind of a 13th warrior situation

*Edit, my recent flatmates moved in not long before things got locked down in UK. We communicate in English but they kinda just all Spanish all day taaaalking a lot/watching movies. Trying to give eachother as much space as possible. Might ask for lessons later.

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Calm down Satan.

6 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 1

How does this just happen to happen to you?

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I listened!

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

“And at least I know who my mother was...”

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

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6 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

v

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I like it remember. "My mother was a pure woman from a noble family. And I, at least, know who my father is, you pig-eating son of a whore!"

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

So you know what DESPACITO means

6 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

That I know

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

"how did you learn our language!" *in Antonio Banderas* "I listened!"

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

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6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Mi baño es mi boca?

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 1

This has a lot of potential as a sitcom. Or movie. Or porn.

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

grupo de tres

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

hacer un trio (you'll know when to use it ;) )

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

They talkin' shit about you OP ?

6 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

Dont know yet

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

You shod watch Vicky Christina Barcelona and give them ideas

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Don't tell them. See what shit they talk about you

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

"Los zapatistas han metido un pollo por dentro de mis pantalones."

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Only thing I remember about taking Spanish is the teacher getting ticked off for me asking "¿Cómo se dice 'how' en español?".

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I'm in the exact same situation atm but with German instead xD thankfully they mostly speak English around me. Duolingo was my go to app.

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

you deceitful bastard

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

best way to learn it to be honest

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

You mean “Eaters of the Dead”

6 years ago | Likes 22 Dislikes 1

"what's this? Y'all expect me to read???"

6 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 0

Tell them: "Su madre tiene un culo mas grande de la luna." It's a respecful, traditional Catholic greeting. Trust me.

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 1

(This is a joke, please don't actually do this.)

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Your mother has an ass bigger than the moon.

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

My Spanish isn't sophisticated enough for a more eloquent insult, but it gets the job done.

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Unpopular Opinion: 13th Warrior was a good movie.

6 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 1

The book was great too

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Hell yeah it was. The book is awesome too if you get a chance.

6 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

Agreed!

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Not unpopular, it was good!

6 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

6 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Fantastico

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Watch out for the duolingo owl!

6 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 0

That app is just so neat

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Is that what you’re using?

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

So far yes

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

As someone who has been on DL a year learning Portuguese, I can tell you that its very difficult to pick up on natives talking.

6 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Im still struggeling even though i finished the three.

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Look, if you get insulted often enough is a foreign language, you become fluent.

6 years ago | Likes 392 Dislikes 2

I’ve heard a lot of English speaking MLB players learn Spanish just for the trash talk lol

6 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Here's the thing. I dont need to use insults or cuss words to criticize someone. Same with spanish speakers. Amazing.

6 years ago | Likes 31 Dislikes 2

I'm still not fluent in Mexican, but I've been insulted in it enough to know I'm being insulted.

6 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 3

You're not fluent in what?

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

Its not crazy. Yes Mexico speaks spanish. But lets not pretend that its whats spoken in spain. Ask any Frenchman about Quebecois.

6 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

We prefer to call it Castellano. To state that difference

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Cool beans. Definitely not general knowledge though. Much like knowing quebecois is preferred to canadian french.

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Sure, but from my experience calling Spanish "Mexican" reeks of ignorance. I wouldn't never call American English just "American".

6 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I mean you can, but its not generally to anyone's interest to project intention onto fairly neutral sentences.

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Why not? We call British English British. (Although part of that is because American IS the original English...British is the alternate1/

6 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

You can thank the man for being understanding by saying "quiero tocar tus testículos"

6 years ago | Likes 92 Dislikes 1

Hahaha sure thing

6 years ago | Likes 40 Dislikes 0

Don't you mean JAJAJA ?

6 years ago | Likes 51 Dislikes 0

It’s a trick, say “quiero CHUPAR tus testiculos” phew saved you from an awkward situation.

6 years ago | Likes 34 Dislikes 1

"Quiero chupar tus bolas" it's better in this situation.

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 1

Jaja

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

"Quero chupar tus huevos" also works

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

Dejame chuparte las pelotas?

6 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

That one gets away from it a bit as pelotas isnt common slang for testicles. Unless gestures or groping are done they'll just be confused

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I expect you to come out of this lockdown fluent in Spanish in true 13th Warrior fashion!

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6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

At least fluent in a Bedazzled level, moustache and all v

6 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

The cheese is old and moldy. Where is the bathroom?

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

You can draw sounds?

6 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

"I LISTENED!"

6 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

"because I listened!" one of my favorite movies

6 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

"I leeessend!"

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

My mother... was a noble woman.

6 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 0

Just watch out for the fire wurm.

6 years ago | Likes 35 Dislikes 0

"I listened!'

6 years ago | Likes 23 Dislikes 0

“Only an Arab would bring..:” “..a dog to war. I heard this the first time.”

6 years ago | Likes 18 Dislikes 0

Especially if they’re taking about your mother

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 1

"HOW DO YOU KNOW OUR LANGUAGE?!" "EL BUHO LINGUA!"

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Man, I'm loving all the 13th Warrior references I'm seeing lately!!

6 years ago | Likes 22 Dislikes 0

Eaters of the Dead, by Michael Crichton. DO IT!

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

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6 years ago | Likes 76 Dislikes 0

you're just learning how to curse aren't you? maricon, maldito, desgraciado, mama bicho, hijo de la gran puta, tu maldita madre etc ?

6 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 1

But only reveal yourself when they insult your mother

6 years ago | Likes 180 Dislikes 0

Or they call you pendejo puto maricon guevon etc

6 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 1

Only if your mother comes from a noble family

6 years ago | Likes 31 Dislikes 0

and is pure

6 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

This is true. Source: I’m a medieval Arab warrior who journeyed with Vikings.

6 years ago | Likes 29 Dislikes 0

With a Spanish accent though.

6 years ago | Likes 10 Dislikes 0

Do you bring a dog to war?

6 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

Wtf Are these just random people? How did this situation come about?

6 years ago | Likes 62 Dislikes 1

Kind of surprised this question is as far down as it is. It's my only thought.

6 years ago | Likes 29 Dislikes 0

My flatmates

6 years ago | Likes 24 Dislikes 0

Okay now that makes sense. Without that knowledge that confession bear is totally confusing...

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Are you in a prodominantly spanish speaking country? Are they 100% spanish speaking only?

6 years ago | Likes 12 Dislikes 1

Oh my gosh I have so many questions!

6 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 1

Also I'm very tipsy at the moment so this means everything! My apologies.

6 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

What are the questions

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Haha not Spanish speaking country, they speak English but not their favourite thing so most of the day is Spanish conversations/music/movies

6 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

Ain't nothing wrong with a novella! I've watched my fair share with subtitles of course. They have their moments!

6 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

Thats so fucking rude. I was taught growing up not to speak Spanish around non speakers. It would also benefit them to take this time

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 1

To become more fluent. Sounds like a couple of asshats moved in

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 1

Have you started watching those novellas yet?

6 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 2

Velvet?! Siemlre Bruja?!

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0