How do you feel when you hear languages you don't understand, and why do you think you feel that way?

It's a great reminder of the vastness of the world in which we live, and the differences between all of us, and the fact that we can overcome all to live side by side in peace

Everyone should have the right to speak their own language regardless of where they are and who they are surrounded by

I am of mixed heritage. My grandparents were subjected to extreme racism when they arrived in this country, and as a result, they stopped practicing certain parts of their religion and culture. I feel that part of myself has been lost as a result, as family traditions became more anglicised, or they were left behind entirely because my grandparents were scared. I have lost part of my culture and history because of this, and if my grandparents were able to pass certain traditions (etc) down, I don’t think that would have made me any less British.

English is a language that takes many years to learn. We can't expect people to bend over and learn English instantly, when we can't even speak more than one language most of the time.

People are entitled to their own language. I know I wouldn't be able to learn the language of every country I travel to, and it would be arrogant to insist others do it.

I personally speak another language with my parents, but will speak English with them in public in order to make sure no one else feels uncomfortable. When you don’t know what someone else is saying, it can be uncomfortable not knowing what is said, whether they are speaking about you, the small chance that they may be scheming something that could put you in danger etc.

They should be either speaking, or learning to speak the native language. Have free lessons to those who would like it.

If I lived in another country, I would endeavour to integrate and learn the language. I would hope this was reflected in people doing the reverse

To some extent, what people are saying in a language one doesn't understand is none of one's business.

As a Welsh person whose national language was invaded centuries ago and seeing my country still suffer the damage I think it is important that refugees come to the UK and have support to maintain and keep their language and culture.
Take Ukraine for example. A country rich in culture and language. They did not start the war or want it more than anyone but it is they who have had to flee their beloved country and leave all they knew behind, including their national identity. LANGUAGE SUPPORT FOR REFUGEES!

Most of the time, a foreign language is spoken in an area that is usually large, such as a farm. This makes it, statistically speaking, no one's business.

You cannot understand what they are saying so you are projecting your own fears onto what they are saying. Try to interact with them more, isolation and xenophobia only propagates itself.

While it's true that exposure to unfamiliar languages can enhance awareness of linguistic diversity and potentially inspire learning, for some individuals -particularly those who feel a strong attachment to their native language or cultural identity- unfamiliar languages may trigger feelings of discomfort or even resentment.

For individuals accustomed to a predominantly English-speaking environment, hearing foreign languages may initially evoke feelings of alienation rather than immediate appreciation for diversity. This could stem from a sense of threat to one's linguistic or cultu…  Read moreral heritage, especially in our own society - where linguistic assimilation is deeply ingrained.

england have invaded many countries, and have ruined the level of education in those countries to be able to learn/understand english.

I also realise how lazy we are as a country for not pushing 2nd/3rd languages in schools

I don't like it because my country should speak there own language and people speaking other languages should be speaking it privately or being in there own country

There's nothing wrong with diversity and generally people are not talking about us. They are complaining about their spouse, child, discussing what they're having for tea, etc., just like us.

Multiple languages exist for a reason, we should let people speak whatever language they want and if i wanted to understand what they were saying i could simply just learn, we live in a country that allows us to learn any language we want, we have teachers and apps for this kind of stuff.

Your home country isn’t the only
One in the world, imagine being told to talk in a different language that you don’t know.

I only speak English and only intend to speak English but I don’t want other people to learn English

If you live in the UK, you should try and speak English whenever you can, that's all. It doesn't bother me that much like.

It's like you go into a kebab shop and they're speaking **** ing punjabi or something

they could be like scheming against you

everyone has the right to speak the language they are most comfortable speaking, the same way we speak English when on holiday in foreign countries

Maybe one isn’t entirely confident in speaking English and feels better communicating in their native language. Such as my grandma who might feel more secure communicating with me in her native tongue.

I am interested in the different ways we can express and communicate with each other. Sometimes what can be said in one language cannot be translated into another, so having knowledge of both opens doors to a wider expansion of emotional expression.

I don't care about other languages and cultures they dont interest me. I have nothing against other languages and most of the time other cultures I just really don't care.

While they certainly should have the legal right to speak whatever language they choose, it can sometimes feel alienating if you are in a large group of people and they are all talking to each other in a foreign language. In any country, immigrants should be encouraged to speak the indigenous language - they chose to come to England, therefore they must assimilate to the way that we live, not the other way around.