Language Learning · by Valeria López · 2026-10-23
What's the most embarrassing mistake you've made in a new language?
I once told a Spanish host I was 'embarazada' (pregnant) instead of embarrassed. I am a man. Your turn.
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Lina Al Harbi · 7 likes
in German I said 'ich bin heiß' to say I'm hot. it means... something else
Maya Putri · 4 likes
classic. 'mir ist heiß' saves lives
Midnight Fern · 1 likes
asked for 'a kiss' instead of 'a fish' in Polish. waiter gave me neither