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It was important to me to become day-to-day fluent and functional in another language, and about 10 years ago, I went to Rome for the first time and felt an instant gut connection and wanted to get to know the city.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Learning another language opens up new experiences and connections with different cultures.
Jhumpa Lahiri expresses the significance of becoming fluent in a different language, highlighting how this effort enriches one’s life experiences. Her trip to Rome ignited a deep connection to the city, emphasizing that language is not just a tool for communication but a gateway to understanding and immersing oneself in new cultures and environments.
Themes
LanguageCultureConnectionEducationTravel
In practice
Example use cases
When giving a speech about cultural appreciation at a conference.
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