WWOOF Sweden: Forum

Language Problems?

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Written on Oct 01 2011 16:09
Alban WWOOF User Ämnes författare Registered Since: Sep 19 2011 Posts: 1	Is it a big problem, if you don't speak a single word portuguese? Most hosts speak english or german, but what about the portuguese people? Do you learn it quick there or do I have to learn the basics somewhere else? And what about jobs that require contact with tourists and such? Alban [This article was edited 1 times, last edit Oct 01 2011 16:45.]

Written on Oct 02 2011 21:36
Casalinho WWOOF Host Registered Since: Dec 30 2008 Posts: 25	No, it's not a big problem. We speak English at home so there is no necessity for volunteers to speak Portuguese. We're happy to help those who want to practice, of course, and our neighbours can generally be relied upon to be patient whilst you build up your vocabulary. 72 hour Permaculture Design Courses 30th June - 12th July and 18th - 30th August. Details on our website.

Written on Oct 07 2011 00:33
pdro WWOOF Coordinator Registered Since: Jun 04 2011 Posts: 5	Hi Alban, there's no problem on that! As you said, most host speak english and the younger population also (well... it depends a bit on what region of Portugal you are, but in general it's true). In school generaly we study english and french, some also study german and on the border with spain some speak a litle spanish. In general, the population is frendly and wishes to help the other!