Difficult Quote by Masha Gessen
“It's very difficult to write in Russian for someone who has never been schooled in Russian.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Masha Gessen on Language Barriers, 2020
Writing in a language one hasn't formally learned is extremely challenging.
In simple terms: Writing in an unfamiliar language is hard.
Practice and immersion improve proficiency.
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When to use this quote
- travel
- academic writing
- blogging
- translation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What methods help you learn a new language?
- Can you find support networks?
Fluency takes time; shortcuts reduce quality.