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Ep86. Cultural Nuances in Language: What Gets Lost in Translation?
Language is more than just words—it’s a gateway to culture, history, and identity. But what happens when certain phrases, idioms, or expressions simply don’t translate? 🤔
In this deeply researched and thought-provoking episode, we dive into the fascinating world of cultural nuances in language. We’ll explore:
🔹 Idioms and Expressions – Why does English say “raining cats and dogs” while Spanish opts for “llueve a cántaros” (raining pitchers of water)? 🌧️🐶🐱
🔹 Humor and Sarcasm – Can jokes survive translation, or do they lose their punchline across languages? 😂
🔹 Untranslatable Words – Words…
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