There were many lingua francas of which French was supposedly the first global lingua franca. That changed and it became English (from what I understand). We will probably see another language become the lingua franca, so my question is: should it be English? Are there better candidates out there? Why / why not?

  • FundMECFS@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
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    10 days ago

    As someone who learnt both German and English as a second language, German was easier.

    Consistent spelling and pronounciation make a massive difference.

    • bugg@lemm.eeEnglish
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      8 days ago

      I’m learning German now and it’s insanely logical. I’m angry people dissuaded me as a kid from learning German. I truly love the language and Germans are also very kind.

      Side note: are there any German communities on Lemmy you know of? I’d like to join. I’m a fan of Staiy and Spacefrogs.