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For a country so famous for its big stuff, Brazil can, in a funny way, be thought of as the land of the tiny. Practically no word is immune from diminution.
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Bahasa Indonesia was adopted to make communication easier across the vast Indonesian archipelago, but its simplicity has only created new barriers.
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Writer Susannah Rigg discovers the hard way that Mexico’s albur, or wordplay, is not easy for foreigners to master.
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It was all but inevitable that pork would become thoroughly baked into the German psyche, its savoury juices trickling down into everyday speech.
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‘Uri’ isn’t a mere grammar point, it’s a cultural canon that captures the very essence of a nation.
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Before coming to South Africa, the last thing an Australian would think is that there might be language difficulties.
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There are two things that will get you absolutely nowhere in Mexico City: getting visibly upset and being overly direct.
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A union of anarchist bakers used their pastries as propaganda, assigning them monikers meant to mock those who opposed their efforts.
Editors' Picks
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BBC Travel celebrates 50 Reasons to Love the World in 2021
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While travelling is on hold, we will continue to inform and inspire readers
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Untold America celebrates the many traditions and cultures within this vast country, and highlights the stunningly diverse cities and landscapes that have shaped America and the American spirit.
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Investigate what the world might look like to travellers in the coming years and meet the people living on the frontlines of change.
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Explore different ways that cultures the world over strive for a healthy lifestyle and learn through their collective wisdom.
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Trace the origins of trending recipes, learning the stories behind the dishes as well as easy tips on how to make them.
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Visit ingenious communities around the world that are adapting to environmental change – whether that’s extreme heat, cold or floods – or are finding new ways to live sustainably.
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We showcase under-the-radar capitals, champion urban underdogs and revel in the success stories of cities that have turned their fortunes around.
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