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@9HV4TW812mos12MO
I have no negative feelings about people speaking other languages, but I would like permanent residents of the UK to be able to speak English, or to be working towards the goal of having English proficiency.
@9HWF2KP12mos12MO
English is a world language and the main language of the UK. If I moved abroad I would make a concerted effort to learn and speak to local language.
@9HZVFWG11mos11MO
I don't have any particular feelings towards how people choose to communicate with each other, I don't see how it affects me if someone chooses to speak a different language.
@9J4SR9V11mos11MO
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
@9HVVZ6712mos12MO
i think they have a right to their own country and i won’t discriminate but they should learn the language to be in the country
@9HZK2S612mos12MO
@9HZY6S511mos11MO
Learning the language allows for easier integration into the culture and improves employment opportunities
@9JDXWPYConservative11mos11MO
If people our in the United Kingdom then they have a right to speak their own language but should still have a basic understanding of English
@9JFV3M811mos11MO
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.
@9JF649L11mos11MO
Of course they have the right to speak their own language. It would be for their own benefit that they adapt to the language, but this isn't accessible for everyone. The 1998 Human Rights Act gives people freedom of expression, how on earth could anyone not have the right to speak their language. I don't mind hearing a language I don't understand, if anything I'm interested as to know which it is.
@9JFHNRQConservative11mos11MO
There is nothing wrong with speaking a different language, however you should still know English or be in the process of learning English if you want to properly contribute to the country.
@9JFF8LF11mos11MO
Everyone can speak their own language. If someone moves to the UK to live, they should receive support in order to learn English to help them navigate their daily lives and integrate into the wider community.
@9HW5JDT12mos12MO
I'm glad that people not from this country are able to preserve their cultural heritage
@9HYLZP612mos12MO
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.
Curious in the sense that I wonder what they're talking about
@9J3HFRG11mos11MO
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.
@9J2D39811mos11MO
I do not give damn about what they are saying. I keep to my own and so do they. I don't interfere nd nor want to.
@9HT83FG12mos12MO
I think it’s great to live in a diverse and multi-cultural society where we can grow and learn from each other.
I am generally interested when I hear other languages, I think it makes the world more interesting. The tone of the speaker affects me more than the fact I don't understand, but that is the same for a language I do understand. If the person speaking is angry or aggressive in their speech then that will make me feel afraid, rather than the language they are speaking. Languages are fascinating and rich in culture and history, not solving to be afraid of.
@9K54NTJ10mos10MO
Depends, if it's tourists clearly on holiday, not a problem, but if you go somewhere overrun with migrants then it disgusts me
@9K5B5DS10mos10MO
Everyone should have the right to speak their own language regardless of where they are and who they are surrounded by
@9K7P6WY10mos10MO
Why should i care what language they are speaking, if they are being good citizens and not hurting anyone, let them speak what they want
@9K5GHV710mos10MO
As long as people are being respectful in their own language then allow them to speak in a the way they are most familiar and comfortable with
Well I do feel that if the National Language is english. Everyone living here should be able to learn to read, write and speak basic English.
@9LQZZV88mos8MO
While being able to communicate in English would be advantageous if a person doesn't deem it necessary to learn it, maybe their job doesn't require it, then it wouldn't make sense to force them into learning another language.
@9LQW6GH 8mos8MO
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.
Everyone should have basic communication skills, but a requirement to write and read it is unnecessary in the days of modern technology.
@9HV72DK12mos12MO
Permanent UK residents should be able to speak English, however I have no issue with people speaking their native language.
@9HX9WLVLiberal Democrat12mos12MO
They should be either speaking, or learning to speak the native language. Have free lessons to those who would like it.
@9LM8XY28mos8MO
I don't mind, you should be able to speak any language in your personal life. But everyone in the country should be able to speak English.
@9LRZ6C5Conservative8mos8MO
It’s essential to speak the local language but having a first or second language that is foreign it’s really useful
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
@9K3CLJP10mos10MO
When i hear languages I do not understand I beleve time should be taken to understand the message they are trying to convey. Though we may not understand what they are speaking it doesn't mean they have a lack of intelligence
@9K3TH9B10mos10MO
ESL speakers can be incredibly intelligent people who simply lack the exact terms to convey that in our language, it doesn't make them less intelligent than us because of this.
To some extent, what people are saying in a language one doesn't understand is none of one's business.
@9JY9TD8 10mos10MO
I don’t particularly care. When I notice a different language I might listen in to see if I can recognise what language it is for my own personal enjoyment. Otherwise I go about my day.
@9K4NRST10mos10MO
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.
@9K4QQZL10mos10MO
Hearing different languages enriches society, and makes for a more interesting life. It doesn’t bother me. In fact speaking other languages increases communication skills and enhances cultural awareness. So I am happy to hear other languages .
@9LK79BJ8mos8MO
I think that this is fine I believe that people should be able to speak their native language
@9LMY2T6Plaid Cymru 8mos8MO
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!
@9LMVFXK8mos8MO
what is wrong with someone conversing with another person in another language if i’m not involved in the conversation?
@9HVW9L312mos12MO
I feel interested in different cultures and happy to live in a country where linguistic diversity can thrive.
@9HVVZ7YWomen's Equality12mos12MO
I don’t care who speaks what language and I don’t feel any type of way if I don’t understand it, I myself speak 3 and I’m totally fine when people don’t understand when I say speak with someone in my language.
@9HY3F3Y12mos12MO
I feel that immigrants can openly speak their language regardless of which country they are in, but should prepare themselves to learn English in order to communicate with British civillians.
@9HVPPDM12mos12MO
Freedom of expression and the ability to speak your own mother tongue is to be encouraged, however it should be expected to learn the common tongue of the nation in which you reside, not expect those who live in that nation to learn your language
@9HXBDG7 12mos12MO
I like hearing foreign languages, it makes me feel exposed to other cultures and people from different places.
I feel happy since people from foreign countries are given the chance to embrace their culture
@9HY4HB812mos12MO
I feel interested and fascinated, I believe that my lack of prejudice even though I live in a country filled with it comes from having foreign parents and experience this kind of lack of understanding from others firsthand.
@9HXMKK512mos12MO
I have no negative feelings about people speaking other languages. However permanent residents should be working towards a basic understanding of English.
@9HWPKV5 12mos12MO
I don’t really care. I often listen to it to see if I can recognise it. I’m genuinely curious about people and where they come from.
@9HWZR3K12mos12MO
I love hearing other languages but feel to live in the UK you need to have a good understanding and ability to communicate in English
@9HZVFJ8Conservative11mos11MO
I feel nervous, but it is fine to not understand people’s languages and cultures. It is a great place to learn something new.
@9HYXDWB12mos12MO
Like two people are more comfortable having a conversation in a different language, no effect
@9HWWX3912mos12MO
Immigrants to the country should be expected to integrate into the local culture and commuity rather than coalesce into a standalone community that lacks cultural cohesion to the rest of the country
I don't mind it, and can see the cultural importance in maintain language and cultural practices of minorities, so long as they are not illegal or against human rights (e.g. female genital mutilation, forced marriages, etc).
@9LNDHYW 8mos8MO
Other cultures can be beautiful and interesting should be welcomed and celebrated! And those that are not considered to be either of those things, can still teach us a lot about the world. Knowledge is power.
@9LLR7G7Liberal Democrat8mos8MO
I love living in a city where there is a mix of people. I feel happy knowing I am around a diverse population.
@9LNGKH98mos8MO
The argument “they could be talking about me or planning something” is just an example of English speaking only Brits being entitled and nosey.
@9J8D3CD11mos11MO
I do not see a problem with it as there is no reason to be mad at them for simply being born in a different country to me or just speak a different first language
@9JFW9ZR11mos11MO
I am more concerned about the economy and my health - someone speaking a foreign language is irrelevant to me
I wish I could speak the language, too. I like to hear different accents and languages.
@9LRKSKY8mos8MO
We are an island and we have benefited from immigration in the past and it shows the colour of our country to hear different languages spoken
@9LLRDC58mos8MO
As long as they can speak basic English as well it’s fine with me.
@9LRY3VP8mos8MO
I believe if you choose to make another country your home that you should try to learn the language. However I have tried to learn other languages and really struggle, so I believe it isn’t always as easy as some would claim. Making the effort is important but doesn’t mean you’ll succeed, for me the effort is what’s important.
I am very comfortable hearing other languages as we live in diverse society
@9KGC66C10mos10MO
I just don’t feel threatened by it - I live in London so hear plenty of other languages, but no one has ever wanted to do harm to me or my family. English is still dominant nationally and, to be honest, globally. What are people afraid of? Erasure? Don’t make me laugh
@9K5BVKV10mos10MO
i feel like they are not being respectful towards as they have invaded my country and not even had the decency to learn my lanuage
@9KCLKZNLiberal Democrat10mos10MO
england have invaded many countries, and have ruined the level of education in those countries to be able to learn/understand english.
@9JXJ5QS10mos10MO
I dislike it, I have become a minority in my own home, as a people we are losing control of our own laws, there are millions of Muslims here now, polls reveal that millions of them hate us enough to support terrorism. I do not want to be ruled over by people who want to kill me. I’m in my 20s and current trends indicate my grandchildren will likely live under sharia law. I do not want that and no good person does.
I don't really feel anything. I just think "Oh, interesting. New languages I haven't heard of before."
@9JXZ4MM10mos10MO
I feel positive about the diversity and new opportunities for learning that different languages implies
@9JVYFVKConservative10mos10MO
Don’t care that much speak whatever language you like but have a working knowledge of English don’t force your language on us
@9J9BDG811mos11MO
Unimpressed. A little rude as well since you do not know what one is saying.
@9JFFDWG11mos11MO
Respect individual differences. It has been instilled on you that English is the dominant language and just a moral panic that those speaking in other languages don’t want you understanding what they are saying. If it bothers you so much, learn another language.
I feel a bit confused but overall don't care. It does not effect my life in anyway.
@9J7BBSL11mos11MO
I would ask the people who are angered by hearing languages other than their own to think about whether hearing people speaking French or German upsets them more or less than people speaking Urdu or Arabic and why that might be.
@9J4W6FY11mos11MO
I would love to learn as many languages as possible to stop this from happening to be honest.
@9J6HC7B11mos11MO
I don't feel the need to learn other languages. If I lived abroad, I would learn the language of the country in which I was living. This should be reciprocated by all immigrants to the UK.
@9LLRF8G8mos8MO
I feel fine when hearing languages I don’t understand and I feel this way because they are just talking in the language they know
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