OK, language learning is a long way from professional translation, but hey, crossed wires can be just as funny (or not!) the world over!
Hat tip to Katie Konrath over at Get Fresh Minds for this one.
About the author
Sarah Dillon is a qualified, accredited and experienced professional translator originally from Co. Clare in Ireland. She specialises in producing English-language texts that don't "sound" like translations, ensuring her clients' message has the desired impact in their overseas market. She is based in Brisbane, Australia and works with corporate clients, small businesses, agencies and nonprofit organisations all over the world. In her spare time, Sarah is also Marketing Director of eCPD Webinars.
Sarah Dillon has written 252 posts for There's Something About Translation.
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Crossed wires are hilarious… and I say so as someone who is infamous for saying the wrong word. Last Christmas, I thanked my boyfriend’s German-only-speaking parents for the “Gift” they gave me.
Only problem, in German, “Gift” means “poison”. What a great thing to say at dinner!
Thanks for the hat tip!