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What's your funniest language faux pas? | 32 comments (32 topical, editorial, 0 hidden)

Not exactly a language faux pas... (4.00 / 3)

There is a district in Japan by the name of Kinki. There run the famous Kinki Nippon Railways. The train takes you to Kyoto and Osaka. Enjoy the ride when you have a chance.

I will become a patissier, God willing.

by tuasfait on Wed Aug 17th, 2005 at 09:14:14 AM EST

Re: Not exactly a language faux pas... (none / 0)

Apparently the same firm makes the Green trains in Boston. I've loved being on Kinki trains in staid Boston.

by guleblanc on Wed Aug 17th, 2005 at 04:18:43 PM EST
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Re: Not exactly a language faux pas... (none / 0)

Of course, when the conductor in Boston says, "Next stop Alton," make sure you get off the train if you were intending to exit at Arlington.

by Upstate NY on Wed Aug 17th, 2005 at 04:25:24 PM EST
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