Picture this: You’re fluent in a language that your sibling isn’t, and their significant other struggles with English. You think, why not help them out by speaking their native language? But then, your sibling asks you to only speak English with their partner, even when they’re not around. What would you do in this situation? Well, our protagonist found herself in this exact predicament, and now she’s wondering if she’s in the wrong for trying to be helpful. Let’s dive into the story and see what happened…
Family Matters

Language Barrier

Love Abroad ❤️

Helping Hand

Sister’s Surprise

Post-Dinner Drama ️

Insecurity Issues

Unexpected Language Ban

Edit: Switching Back

Communication Breakdown

Dinner Dilemma

Lost in Translation: A Sister’s Dilemma
Our protagonist (26f) has an older sister (28f) who didn’t learn Spanish like she did. After their parents’ divorce, the sisters chose different paths, which led to our protagonist becoming fluent in Spanish. Fast forward to the present, the older sister brings her Spanish-speaking boyfriend home, and our protagonist tries to help him feel more comfortable by speaking his native language. However, the sister gets upset and asks her to only speak English with him, even when she’s not around. This puts our protagonist in a tough spot, especially since they have dinner plans next week. Now, she’s left wondering if she’s in the wrong for trying to be helpful. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation…
Bilingual relationship advice: NTA, but try to include everyone

Breaking language barriers is key . NTA handled it well.

Be polite and compromise with sister on speaking English

NAH verdict given, suggesting a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
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Speaking Spanish to boyfriend in front of sister is impolite

Possible underlying issues causing sister’s discomfort with Spanish conversation

Speaking Spanish in private is NTA according to commenter.

Speaking Spanish to boyfriend? NAH, but communication is key

Spanish-speaking banned by sister, Redditor switches to Spanish. NTA.

Offer to help her learn Spanish and keep the peace ✌️

Speaking a language someone doesn’t understand is r**e. NAH.

NAH, sister should try to communicate in Spanish. Offer help?

Controlling sister forbids boyfriend’s native language. NTA stands up.

Speaking Spanish excludes third party, sister’s request is fair
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NTA English speaker appreciates Spanish break. Sister needs to learn Spanish.

Using both English and Spanish is reasonable and important. ️

Language barrier in sister’s relationship? Confusion arises in comment section.

Navigating language barriers in relationships

Curious about sister’s Spanish exposure growing up.

Polite ways to decline speaking Spanish to avoid family drama

Navigating language barriers with sister’s boyfriend. ️
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Language barrier causing family drama? NAH, just find a solution

Bilingual relationships require compromise, adapt to the situation

Speaking multiple languages: inclusivity vs exclusivity

Sister insecure about Spanish, suggests a language compromise.

Speaking Spanish to boyfriend causing family drama? Keep in mind.

Speaking English around others is a matter of etiquette ️

Solving language barriers: translating and switching languages can work!

Language barrier in love – NAH, but is it r**e?

Language barrier in relationships can be tricky. Translation and inclusivity recommended. ✌
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Missed opportunity!

Deafness and language barriers aside, NTA makes a point

Multilingual relationships can be tricky, but communication is key! ✌️

Language barriers can hurt relationships. YTA for banning Spanish.

Language barrier creates family drama, but solution is possible

Empathetic response to sister’s insecurity. NAH.

NAH, but sister should learn Spanish. Conversation about trust needed. ✍

Sibling language ban sparks drama but no a*****s here ✨
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Navigating cultural differences in relationships can be tricky

Insecurity and jealousy can strain relationships
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NAH. Sister feels left out but OP has right to speak Spanish.

NAH verdict reached, easy concession suggested, relationship advice given ✌️

Navigating language barriers in relationships can be uncomfortable.

No one’s TA, sister is insecure about Spanish-speaking boyfriend.

Suggests using Spanglish to make sister’s boyfriend feel more comfortable.

Language barrier causes family drama. NAH, communication is key

Engaging in family drama over language choice
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Supportive comment suggests therapy for controlling sister’s language ban
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Speaking Spanish to boyfriend: NTA, sister’s jealousy issues evident.

Speaking Spanish to boyfriend? NTA says it’s ridonculous

Speaking Spanish with boyfriend is NTA, multi-lingual groups relate

Sibling drama! NTA is disgusted by sister’s belief.
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Trust issues? NTA for speaking Spanish to boyfriend. Therapy needed.

Polite NTA comment advises on language switching with boyfriend

Ridiculous! Speaking Spanish doesn’t equal stealing her boyfriend!

Learning a new language through immersion is worth it!

NTA! Don’t feed insecurities, speak whatever language you want!

Respectful compromise or unreasonable request? Language barriers in relationships.

Supportive comment calls out sister’s trust issues and lack of confidence.

Bridging language barriers in relationships

Excluding someone from a conversation is never cool

Encouraging understanding and empathy towards non-native English speakers.

NTA, but language barrier can cause discomfort and alienation

Sister demands English but won’t learn Spanish? NTA claps back

Bilingual love causing drama ♀️ ♂️ Maybe English is best?

Helpful advice on language barrier and trust issues

Sister’s trust issues caused language ban. NTA.

Speaking different languages in private is understandable, not in public.

Therapy is a gift, insecurity not a cute look. NTA

Speaking Spanish to boyfriend: NTA if sister not there.

Insecurity over speaking Spanish to boyfriend causes family drama.

Respond in Spanish, translate after. NTA for not enabling trust issues

Being kind or being r**e? Insecurity causes family drama. NTA.

Last Updated on March 16, 2024 by Diply Social Team