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6 Local Writing Systems in Indonesia

Indonesia is a vast country in Southeast Asia that anyone can recognize easily on the map because it borders the sea, thus its country border is also the sea border. Hundreds of ethnic groups and languages exist in Indonesia. Despite having numerous writing systems, the government recognizes the Latin alphabet as the official writing system, which was introduced during the colonization by the Europeans.

A unique group of Chinese Indonesian: Why are they still able to converse fluently in Hokkien after most areas have been "Indonesianized"?

Before visiting Medan, Indonesia, like many non-Indonesians who have never visited Medan, I thought that the local Chinese were highly Indonesianized, just like other parts of Indonesia such as Jakarta, Surabaya and Bandung. Therefore, when I visited Medan for the first time in 2009, I was deeply surprised by the fact that most of the local Chinese, including children, speak fluent Hokkien, as Hokkien is also my father's native dialect.

I speak 4 languages in Penang Malaysia and I shall learn 1 more language

I spoke 4 languages: Hokkien, Indonesian, English, and Mandarin on my recent trip to Penang. There was no communication barrier since the Penangnites are mostly multilingual too, at least, they know a bit of each language. They are also familiar with the Indonesian language because of the many tourists from Indonesia, either for tourism or medical checkups. I had learnt Tamil before but it was not enough for me to have a conversation yet. I will learn Tamil more seriously from now on, so I can use it on my next trip to Penang.

5 Famous Polyglots and Their Learning Techniques

You may have watched videos of people speaking in multiple languages. Some of them even call themselves hyperpolyglots. Whether they really can speak fluently or not, we don't know unless we test them. However, here I shall present 5 renowned polyglots that have been on the news, in the community worldwide and have proved their exceptional linguistic capabilities.

Learn a Language Through Your Hobby

Learning a language is easier when you use things you already love. Turning your hobby into language practice makes studying fun and real. Find hobby materials in the target language Read blogs, magazines, or books in the language. Watch YouTube tutorials and short videos about your hobby. Join groups and talk with others Find Facebook groups, Reddit communities, or Discord channels for your hobby in the target language. Comment, ask simple questions, and use voice messages to practice speaking. Practice every day, in small steps Set a goal: learn 8-12 new words each week. Spend 10–20 minutes daily reading, listening, or speaking about your hobby. Use study tools with real content Make flashcards (Anki, Quizlet) with pictures of items and phrases. Watch videos with subtitles in the target language, then try without subtitles. Start small, keep it fun, and your hobby will guide your language progress.

Esperanto: Saluton!

I had heard and read about Esperanto before, but did not pay much attention to it until today, when I watched several videos about Esperanto. You may question what kind or which country's language Esperanto is. How important is this language for the society? How did everything begin? How many Esperanto speakers there are in this world? Can Esperanto be one of the major languages in the global business market like Chinese and English?

Nauruan Language

The Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a two-day event promoting the Asia-Pacific culture in the capital city of Taiwan, Taipei City, on September 28-29th. The participants come from the Solomon Islands, the Philippines, the Marshall Islands, Vietnam, Tuvalu, Thailand, Singapore, South Korea, New Zealand, Palau, Nauru, Malaysia, Kiribati, Japan, Indonesia, India, Fiji, and Brunei. Apart from performing dances from each country, the participants also displayed a wide variety of handicrafts and artworks as well as authentic cuisine at each country's booth.

Medanese Slang

Jangan bikin awak palak (Don't annoy me) Have you heard about Medan ? Maybe yes, maybe no. It is not so famous as Bali or Jakarta, however, this city and the culinary is worth to explore.

Indonesian language from Medan city

Medan has a unique language that can be confusing for foreigners. It's neither pure Batak nor pure Malay, but rather a blend of various cultures, making it even more distinctive. To help you better understand and avoid awkwardness when interacting with Medan residents, here's a list of Indonesian words from the city. From transportation terms to iconic phrases, they'll instantly make you feel like a local. Transportation & Places Becak Hantu = Motorized rickshaw that goes very fast Galon = Gas Station Kede Aceh = Grocery shop (usually owned by Acehnese people) Kede Sampah = Small shop selling vegetables and kitchen necessities Kereta = Motorbike Monja/Monza = Place selling imported used clothes (origin of the word: Monginsidi Plaza) Pajak = Market (place for buying and selling vegetables, meat, or basic necessities) Pasar = Paved highway Pinggir! = Said to the public transport driver when a passenger wants to get off Simpang = Crossroads or three-way intersections Temba...

Teochew language: A Chinese language gone overseas

Teochew, also known as Chaozhou or Teochiu, is a Southern Chinese dialect belonging to the Min language group. Predominantly spoken in the Chaoshan region of Guangdong province, as well as by overseas Chinese communities in Southeast Asia. Despite the increasing dominance of Mandarin in China and among the Chinese diaspora, efforts are being made to preserve and promote Teochew. Community organizations, cultural events, and language classes help keep the dialect alive among younger generations. Additionally, social media and digital platforms are being utilized to share Teochew culture and language with a broader audience. As a Hokkien speaker, I understand quite a lot of Teochew since Teochew and Hokkien still belong to the same language group. The most noticeable difference is the tones whereas the vocabulary and grammar are similar.

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