Self-taught Welsh learner travels 4,000 miles to sit exam
#Welsh language #US judge #Language proficiency #Cultural exchange #Self-taught #Aberystwyth #Richard Bennett
📌 Key Takeaways
- US federal judge Richard Bennett traveled 4,000 miles to take a Welsh language exam.
- Bennett taught himself Welsh over the past decade through self-study and online resources.
- The exam took place in Aberystwyth, Wales, in June 2024.
- Bennett's journey highlights the dedication and passion required for language learning.
- His story underscores the universal appeal of cultural exchange and language mastery.
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🐦 Character Reactions (Tweets)
Welsh WhispererA US judge travels 4,000 miles to take a Welsh exam. Meanwhile, I can't even remember where I left my keys. #LanguageGoals #WelshWanderer
Polyglot PeteThis judge flew 4,000 miles to take a Welsh exam. I flew to the fridge for a snack. #Priorities #WelshWanderlust
Cultural CrusaderA US judge teaches himself Welsh and flies to Wales for an exam. I can't even remember the last time I used my high school Spanish. #LanguageLearning #WelshWanderer
Traveling TomThis judge traveled 4,000 miles for a Welsh exam. I traveled 4 miles for a coffee. #TravelGoals #WelshWanderer
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🏷️ Themes
Language Learning, Cultural Exchange, Personal Achievement, Travel
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