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EPISODE · Feb 27, 2025 · 38 MIN

The Polyglot Paradox: The Limits of True Fluency.

from The Almighty Ohm · host Al Ohm

In this episode, we explore the myth of the modern polyglot. Can anyone truly maintain fluency in more than two languages at once? Drawing from linguistic theories and personal experience as a philologist, we break down the cognitive limits of language learning, the trade-offs of multilingualism, and the difference between deep understanding and surface-level proficiency. Join us as we uncover the truth behind online polyglot culture and what it really means to master a language. Le Paradoxe du Polyglotte : Les Limites de la Véritable Fluidité Dans cet épisode, nous déconstruisons le mythe du polyglotte moderne. Peut-on réellement maintenir la fluidité dans plus de deux langues à la fois ? En nous appuyant sur des théories linguistiques et une expérience personnelle

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