Bananas???

[Christine]

Originally posted by Mitteleuropeo
* Christine, the whole issue started when you asked me, not very seriously ( ), indeed, whether I consider Italian as an insignificant language.
Now, there is somebody else questioning my personal feelings regarding Italy, which have been sometimes a matter for discussion in other sections of P.O.L.
For the sake of clarity, now, that I am being prompted to do so, I declare herewith the following:

1. Italy is a Country with a considerable extention from the North to the South. This fact, its climatic and historical consequences, implies considerable differences between the two (potential) sections of Italy. Have you ever read about Padania?

2. I does not make much sense to me hating any particular Country in the world. I respect the Repblic of Italy as I respect the United Kingdom, the Empire of Japan or the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

3. Coming back to the real topic of your question. If I correctly understand, you referred to the usefulness of learning Italian as a foreign language. I worked for 25 years in the worldwide Export of pharmaceuticals: the only languages I really needed were English (including Indian English) and Spanish (including Argentinian).

So long! Hasta la proxima

I know there are differences between the North and South of Italy, but I only have a vague idea, since I've never been there. It's typical in many countries for there to be huge differences between the various regions.

As far as the usefulness of learning Italian, I already speak English and Spanish, which are the two languages spoken frequently here. The reason I chose Italian to learn next is simply because I consider it the most beautiful language.

[Zmajcek]

Originally posted by Mitteleuropeo
* Christine, the whole issue started when you asked me, not very seriously ( ), indeed, whether I consider Italian as an insignificant language.
Now, there is somebody else questioning my personal feelings regarding Italy, which have been sometimes a matter for discussion in other sections of P.O.L.
For the sake of clarity, now, that I am being prompted to do so, I declare herewith the following:

1. Italy is a Country with a considerable extention from the North to the South. This fact, its climatic and historical consequences, implies considerable differences between the two (potential) sections of Italy. Have you ever read about Padania?

2. I does not make much sense to me hating any particular Country in the world. I respect the Repblic of Italy as I respect the United Kingdom, the Empire of Japan or the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

3. Coming back to the real topic of your question. If I correctly understand, you referred to the usefulness of learning Italian as a foreign language. I worked for 25 years in the worldwide Export of pharmaceuticals: the only languages I really needed were English (including Indian English) and Spanish (including Argentinian).

So long! Hasta la proxima

[Mitteleuropeo]

Originally posted by Christine
I know there are differences between the North and South of Italy, but I only have a vague idea, since I've never been there. It's typical in many countries for there to be huge differences between the various regions.

* I understand, not having ever been here, it is difficult for you to really imagine the differences. In my eyes they are so huge that many people, especially in the North and in Sardinia,question the opportunity of one single national state encompassing so different areas. This is not the right place to extend on this issue, but, since you understand Italian, you can take a look at the Forum Padania. We shall be glad to explain to you the "subtle" differences. We care about PR.

As far as the usefulness of learning Italian, I already speak English and Spanish, which are the two languages spoken frequently here. The reason I chose Italian to learn next is simply because I consider it the most beautiful language.

* In this case, go ahead! If you like a language, you will learn it well

[Christine]

Originally posted by Mitteleuropeo
* In this case, go ahead! If you like a language, you will learn it well

[Christine]

"I understand, not having ever been here, it is difficult for you to really imagine the differences. In my eyes they are so huge that many people, especially in the North and in Sardinia,question the opportunity of one single national state encompassing so different areas. This is not the right place to extend on this issue, but, since you understand Italian, you can take a look at the Forum Padania. We shall be glad to explain to you the "subtle" differences. We care about PR."

I've been reading here for the past couple of months, since I started trying to learn Italian. I only understand some of what I read, and the rest I try to figure out with a dictionary. The slang phrases completely throw me, but that's the reason I chose a site like this in the first place. I like to read actual conversations instead of perfect little dialogs in textbooks.

[matteomatteo]

[Mitteleuropeo]

Originally posted by Christine
[BI've been reading here for the past couple of months, since I started trying to learn Italian. I only understand some of what I read, and the rest I try to figure out with a dictionary. The slang phrases completely throw me, but that's the reason I chose a site like this in the first place. I like to read actual conversations instead of perfect little dialogs in textbooks. [/B]

* The Forum "Padania " welcomes you also in English, don't worry!

[Christine]

Originally posted by Mitteleuropeo
* The Forum "Padania " welcomes you also in English, don't worry!

That would defeat my purpose in being here. I pretty much lurk around here. I finally came out of the woodwork when I saw the question about English grammar.

[matteomatteo]

This 3d's so hilarious i suggest someone moves it to "Esegesi". Our American guest must be a little puzzled, aren't you, Christine?? Anyways, seeing how this is mainly a political forum, what do you think about how things are going down there in the US?? Who did you vote for last November?? I really hope you dislike Bush (aka the idiot, or the dumb ape). If i recall correct, Michigan is a blue state, right (though I don't really fancy Democratic Party either)?? My favorite American organization is Socialist Party, which unfortunately is very small and under-funded. I know there are representatives in all major universities. Do you live in Ann Arbor or East Lansing?? If so, you might wanna get in touch with their representatives. I know some socialist activists from Washington State and their ideas are really great, so much different than mainstream politics. I also know some people who are part of a sort of radical feminist group, which was very strong in the town I've lived in for a while (Olympia, WA). Have you ever looked at this site's international politics forum?? I'm sure you'll find it interesting there. At least you'll kinda gauge how Italians feel about your country. You'll also find some interesting persons, I call 'em "wannabe Americans"; they don't wonder, don't have any doubt, they just stand up for your president whatever he does and worship your economic system whichever trouble it may trigger. They all claim they lived in the US for a while (some still are living there, actually); me, I think most of them never put their feet on American soil. Anyways, why don't you jot some lines in there, I believe your presence would be welcome , as well as your thoughts, much truer than the bullshit our own yankee wannabes like to talk.

Regards

[Christine]

Originally posted by matteomatteo
This 3d's so hilarious i suggest someone moves it to "Esegesi". Our American guest must be a little puzzled, aren't you, Christine?? Anyways, seeing how this is mainly a political forum, what do you think about how things are going down there in the US?? Who did you vote for last November?? I really hope you dislike Bush (aka the idiot, or the dumb ape). If i recall correct, Michigan is a blue state, right (though I don't really fancy Democratic Party either)?? My favorite American organization is Socialist Party, which unfortunately is very small and under-funded. I know there are representatives in all major universities. Do you live in Ann Arbor or East Lansing?? If so, you might wanna get in touch with their representatives. I know some socialist activists from Washington State and their ideas are really great, so much different than mainstream politics. I also know some people who are part of a sort of radical feminist group, which was very strong in the town I've lived in for a while (Olympia, WA). Have you ever looked at this site's international politics forum?? I'm sure you'll find it interesting there. At least you'll kinda gauge how Italians feel about your country. You'll also find some interesting persons, I call 'em "wannabe Americans"; they don't wonder, don't have any doubt, they just stand up for your president whatever he does and worship your economic system whichever trouble it may trigger. They all claim they lived in the US for a while (some still are living there, actually); me, I think most of them never put their feet on American soil. Anyways, why don't you jot some lines in there, I believe your presence would be welcome , as well as your thoughts, much truer than the bullshit our own yankee wannabes like to talk.

Regards

Hi! I see you're trying to figure out exactly how much to dislike me. Here, I'll make it easier for you.

What do you think about how things are going down there in the US?? "Things" is a very broad word.

Who did you vote for last November?? Bush

If i recall correct, Michigan is a blue state -- Yes, but it is also divided politically. Most of Michigan is Republican, but Detroit tips the balance to the left because of its large population.

Have you ever looked at this site's international politics forum?? Yes, actually I've read that forum the most over the past couple of months.

I believe your presence would be welcome , as well as your thoughts -- I'm sure by now you've changed your mind about that.