Quote by George Bernard Shaw

I am very sorry, but I cannot learn languages. I have tried hard, only to find that men of ordinary capacity can learn Sanskrit in less time that it takes me to buy a German Dictionary

I am very sorry, but I cannot learn languages. I have tried

Summary

This quote humorously conveys the speaker's frustration with their own inability to learn languages. They express their persistent efforts and comparing themselves to others who can seemingly learn languages effortlessly. The reference to Sanskrit and German highlights the speaker's exasperation, as Sanskrit is known for its complexity and German for its grammar intricacies. Despite their best attempts, the speaker concludes that language learning is an arduous task beyond their capabilities, resulting in a comical confession of defeat.

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Language

By George Bernard Shaw

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