As an ignorant American who took 6 years of Spanish (all A's in the courses) but still can't speak or understand a damn word of Spanish, I always find it interesting when folks learn other languages. Some people have a knack for it, while others (myself included) have such little aptitude or interest in learning. My ancestors arrived in the (future) states on the Mayflower, so I've had very little exposure to anything beyond American English.
Even if not fluent, if you speak well enough to be dropped into a country and be able to communicate reasonably with the locals to not look like a tourist asshole, you can count it. Feel free to provide commentary on your family history if interested (eg "I speak Portuguese, but only because my dad is Brazilian").
Thanks for sharing!
Even if not fluent, if you speak well enough to be dropped into a country and be able to communicate reasonably with the locals to not look like a tourist asshole, you can count it. Feel free to provide commentary on your family history if interested (eg "I speak Portuguese, but only because my dad is Brazilian").
Thanks for sharing!