[ASOC]

Pretty interesting I can imange that it makes you feel uncomfortable. Have you ever travled overseas?

I have noticed that when I go to a store or diner and greet the folks there in their native language (Spanish, Korean, Russian, German or whatever) and follow up with a 'may I have a seat for two' - they always reply in English and I never hear them use anything but English around me.

Maybe it's just the places I go to eat.

YMMV

[ozarkgirl]

To your #113

That is because they are being polite, they are kindly speaking to your in your language as a consideration (since you're in their country that's certainly not a requirement, just a kind consideration).

If you chose to live in their country, and become a citizen of their nation, I would absolutely expect you to learn their language and customs and not expect them to adapt to yours.

[absolootezer0]

never travelled overseas, don't plan on it. speak english, and that's enough. if i go over seas, it'll be to an english speaking country.
altho i could make it in a number of countries just fine, i can say the three important phrases in a couple languages:
where the toilet?
can i have a beer?
wanna skronk?