What do you think about a 'Languages' category where people could ask how to say specific phrases in another language ?
Example : An English speaking person might want to know how to say ... In Spanish , how do you say " What are some of the best restaurants around " . And the system could automatically attach a beginning phrase to alert Spanish speaking people. . . . a phrase like " Como se dice...." - Translated "How Do You Say.. .... " . As soon as a Spanish speaking person saw the words 'Como se dice' , they'd know it was someone asking for their help . Similar starting phrases could be available for all other languages , thus keeping this particular section or format fluid with many languages and learning opportunities for all .
What Do You Folks Think ? Did I explain it enough , or do you need more ?
2007-07-02 14:55:18 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Daisymae - I realize that but it's current intent is different than what I'm referring to .
2007-07-02 15:00:52 · update #1
Elad - Pronunciation could be added with a simple link to each language !!
2007-07-02 15:01:46 · update #2
Hey People , Think Big . Think what an opportunity this would be for sales and business people . They all have clients and even more importantly , POTENTIAL CLIENTS that a few simple phrases might break the only barrier they have.. .. The Language / Communication Barrier !!
2007-07-02 15:03:59 · update #3
TO INTERESTED PARTIES - I have just posted this as in the Suggestion Forum . Please also comment there . I also though of a better name or title for the category. . . LANGUAGE SHARING .
Thank you for your support !!
2007-07-02 15:27:46 · update #4
UPDATE : The 'Forum' post is titled . . 'Stop The Presses . Yahoo , You're Gonna Love This One' . Please comment there if you find this to be a good idea !!! Thank you .
2007-07-03 03:28:05 · update #5
Sweet. Earnest, that's the best idea anyone has come up with in a long time. Love it!
2007-07-03 03:09:05 · answer #1 · answered by T S 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It would be an amazingly fun forum, and extremely useful. People already ask for translation services, but I have noticed that a lot of the time their questions go unanswered, and I know it's not because someone on here doesn't speak Tagalog or Swahili, it's just because the people that do aren't finding the questions where they could help people out. With the system you described, it sounds like it would be a lot easier for people to hook up with those who can actually answer their questions.
(And you explained it just fine. I get what you're saying.)
2007-07-02 16:52:26 · answer #2 · answered by Bronwen 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Somehow I think this would never happen, even though it's a great idea. This idea would be taking business away from companies who get paid for these types of services. I'd love nothing more than to not have to pay for translation services if needed, but I think somehow politics will prevent one company from screwing another over- some silent code of honor, if you will.
2007-07-03 01:49:03 · answer #3 · answered by Roland'sMommy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Earnest,
We don't always agree with one another, but this time, you have come up with a great idea. I am with you on this one and it is a sight that I think we could all use every now and then.
I think you did a great job in explaining what you wanted to say and I am with you all the way.
Another time when we see something eye to eye......,.
2007-07-02 16:30:10 · answer #4 · answered by nana4dakids 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's a great idea, only if there's not something similar, already. I'm sortof new to this, so I've not looked very closely. good luck with your plan I think it.would it would be excellent
2007-07-02 15:03:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I personally think that it's a fantastic idea! It has definite personal and business potential! Very good.
2007-07-02 17:40:34 · answer #6 · answered by PURR GIRL TORI 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
in theory it could work but what if they person does not have the language built in their computer. It could work if the language has the same letters and a way to pronounce it by stretching out the word. However if the language is in like Mandrian where their is no way it can translate it.
2007-07-02 15:00:46 · answer #7 · answered by eladshefer 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Right because they delete our questions/answers for speaking other languages. That's discrimination!
2007-07-02 15:02:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I support the formation of this category.
Now someone just needs to go over to the Help & Suggestion Forum and recommend this category.
http://suggestions.yahoo.com/?prop=answers
2007-07-03 00:26:38 · answer #9 · answered by amg503 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a great idea!! Go for it, suggest it to them.
2007-07-02 14:59:18 · answer #10 · answered by It's MIRANDA!!!! 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋