Do you learn the language?

[Scotland]

I only speak english.
When I was at school, English was the only language taught. Whereas in other countries English is always taught. I think English is the international language of business so most countries teach it.
I wonder how many French people speak Italian not many I bet.

[M.Straus]

Learning a language has been really hard for me (I've tried both Spanish and French)... consequently, I try my best, and I think those around me in the countries I visit appreciate it. I think trying is the key, if you don't try than it can appear rude for you to come into their territory only knowing English.

[nhicolas]

I always try to learn mostly used words in that language. Usually I take 1week class from someone or from language institutes. It helps

[LuisMeeks]

Whenever I travel, I expect the native people to at least understand English language. I also try to understand their language as much as I can in order to connect with the people living there.

[melinda1@beijingtour]

[durmast]

[brightone]

i would definitely try to learn simple phrases, like: please, thank you, where is the bathroom, I'll have a beer, or two beers... you know...the important stuff. it'll go a long way.

[drakem126]

I would love to learn the language of every country I visited, but its not really feasible. I try and pick up the basics before I leave and any phrases I may need. I find once you know a bit of some languages - italian for example, you can pick up a lot of other languages from it, italian helped me out in spain!

If in doubt wave your hands about and point..

[Gold 10]

I Want to learn Spanish Language. Because i know only English Language.

[katz]

I always try to learn at least the basics of hello, please and thank-you. It depends on where you are travelling and how long for but I think it's rude to not a least try...

[Dawn Patrol]

[briggl]

And "How much does that cost?"
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[fiveeurosaday]

I always try to learn as much as I can and I'm constantly asking people along the way to teach me what they're saying. And I bug them relentlessly to help me get the accent right.

I never remember too much, but some of it sticks. It's useful as a waiter, too

[imasmiley88]

I haven't visited other countries yet but in our country we have many dialects. So when I visit a new province, I only try to memorize the basic ones like hello, thank you, what, where, who, yes, and no. I expect everyone to speak in Filipino(our national language). It's really hard to learn different languages or dialects.

[hollysurly]

i learned french language