Quote by Nelson Mandela

If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.

If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes

Summary

This quote emphasizes the power and impact that communicating in someone's native language can have on them. When we speak to someone in a language they understand, it may be merely intellectually absorbed. However, when we make the effort to communicate in their language, it resonates more deeply with them emotionally. Speaking someone's language shows respect, understanding, and acknowledges their cultural background, thus forging a stronger connection and positively affecting their sentiments towards us.

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By Nelson Mandela

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