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There are a lot of variables, but one thing to keep in mind is that when people switch from $language to English, a subset of them may simply see the conversati
by fenomas 8y ago
There are a lot of variables, but one thing to keep in mind is that when people switch from $language to English, a subset of them may simply see the conversation as their chance to practice English (rather than as your chance to practice $language).
- mercer 8y agoThe problem with Dutch people is that their English is, all else being equal, unusually good compared to at least most of mainland Europe. So whatever the variable (city/rural, expat/local, etc.), you're very likely to run into a Dutch person who is fluent in English, and usually fluent enough where it's not even a matter of 'a chance of practice' for them, just a matter of avoiding mutual frustration. At least when you're talking to someone who wants to practice, there's a chance they'd still prefer or revert to their own language. With lots of Dutch people that's not an issue.