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Do you prefer to read in the original language copy or translated to your language

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Do you prefer to read in the original language copy or translated to your language

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Choosing between reading in the original language or a translation can significantly impact your understanding and enjoyment. Reading in the original language may provide deeper insights into the author’s intent and cultural nuances, while translations can make texts more accessible. Consider your language proficiency and the context of the material. Establishing a ritual around reading, whether in the original or translated version, can enhance your habit of reading and contribute to your personal growth.

Hebe N.

I’ve been using English for such a long time in my daily life now, I find it hard to ‘get into’ books written in my own language (Dutch). It’s a pity though, and something that I plan to remedy at some point again. How about you?

Rene Z.

I prefer to read books in translation. This way I get more impressions from what I read. I associate reading in the original with the educational aspect rather than with enjoying literature, so I do it rarely. In addition, the language of some writers is full of rarely used or completely unfamiliar words, the search of the meaning of which can kill the very desire to read.