Im visiting europe for the summer and..?

Question

After the excitement went away I realized that being in a country where I dont speak any other languages is very scary. I plan to visit major cities in Germany, France, Spain, and maybe Sweden/Finland. Im not soo worried about french and spanish because I can at least try to speak those languages and its a bit easier to see what signs mean even if you dont speak it.. my main fear is Germany due to the harsh and hard to learn language. are my fears well founded? Also I plan on making phone calls to local clubs to try to get work.. this is a problem as they will probably pick up the phone in german

Answer 1

Europe is very beutiful. But i like Slovenia most. Cuz it has everything, the coast, mountains, lakes, valleys,woods, caves. It is not big and there isn't much criminal. U can party also. The best way to know where something is happening is to just ask the youngsters on the street. Bars mustn't be far. Also prices are not so high like in switzerland. Slovenia is in Eu and Nato, so can't be afraid. The also speak english, do not worry. People are nice, specilay to turists. It is worth visiting.

Answer 2

In General, Germans speak English really well, more so in the cities than in the country. It will really help if you learn a few key phrases, but I have found they like to have an opportunity to practice their English with you, especially if they see you making any effort to speak German. They know their language is difficult, and they are really appreciative when someone tries to learn it.

You will have a tougher time in France and Spain, as the French are not so keen on speaking English, and the Spanish are not so good at it (again, just speaking generally!). The Swedes and Finns speak really excellent English, so no worries there. However, you might have trouble finding work if you don't speak the local language, unless you plan on teaching English? If you are a DJ you might pick up a few gigs, though... or you can always try bartending at the Irish pubs... you never know

Good luck, and don't worry- you will have a lot of fun!

Answer 3

No worries, man...help is on its way!
So if you plan to work somewhere in Germany, I recommend workin' in an Irish Pub, where the staff mainly speaks English and you even pick up some German.
As for the daily communication, most people ( as long as they aren't 60-80 years old) speak English. We could argue about the quality of English spoken, but I am not going to do this now.
German has some very funny and often harsh dialects, but you don't have to bother about that. Just try and pick the good stuff out of it. I mean, if a German citizen would come over to the US, you wouldn't confront him pure slang...you'd teach him first some basics, wouldn't you?
Well, all I can say is have fun whilst touring around. All the best

Answer 4

I have been everywhere in europe. Germany is one of the places you should be least worried about. Everyone i ran into speaks english. In spain, it is a bit different. That will be the hardest place to get around. But trust me when i tell you not to worry. You wil l get by, almost everywhere you go in europe there is always someone somewhere that speaks english. Even if they dont you will be fine.

It will be hard to find a job if you are not an EU citizen but it can be done. I wouldnt call i would go in person.

Answer 5

The majority of the sophisticated countries speak English and also the Asian great countries . You can also learn German online ; you can find free websites for teaching German ,as i found free one for teaching Spanish , or you can try to take German courses and any other courses in any language . In Egypt the embasies give courses of their own languages of their countries , i don't know if abroad the embasies do so but why can't you ask and try.

Answer 6

In those countries most people speak at least some English and in major cities many people actually speak quite good English. You won't have much trouble with communication. You need not worry about it.

Answer 7

In Germany (almost) everyone speaks english, I would say it is more 'scary" to travel to US where people are used to not need to learn another language. in Europe people speak generally more languages. BTW if you are scared, stay at home and watch the movies. Travelling is about leaving your fear at home and enjoying anything different. I personally prefer cultures where people live their lives, eat their specific meals, speak their own language. as stranger, as better. good luck!

Answer 8

It's cool but kind of insulting that when someone in Europe doesn't speak the native language the person speaking to him will automatically switch to English.

Remember this phrase:
Gabenzie mia ein bier, bitte!

Answer 9

Most people speak English in large cities, you will not have any trouble getting around.