Tag Archives: Linguistic landscape

Pencils-on-the-move Pencils on the move

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Ingrid Piller

Sadly, my sabbatical is drawing to a close and one of the things to think about now is souvenirs. My sabbatical involved visits to Germany, Iran and the United Arab Emirates. My daughter has cousins and friends in each of … Continue reading →

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luxos_arab traveler Money talks

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Ingrid Piller

Those of us in the broad area of TESOL often labor under the assumption of the invincibility of English hegemony. Whether they deplore it or exult in it, many people assume that English is on a straight march to linguistic … Continue reading →

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Toiletological English Toiletological English

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Ingrid Piller

Can you guess what kind of product the following text is promoting? Your well-being is close to our heart rail&fresh [product] areas are bright and friendly and leave nothing to be desired. The [product] facilities are kept perfectly clean round … Continue reading →

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thai_alphabet When illiteracy is a privilege

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Sheila Pham

Learning Thai has its many challenges but one of the great joys for me has been encountering the Thai script. At the start I felt like a five-year-old-child, sounding out consonants and vowels, trying to transform them into words with … Continue reading →

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Huge banner about Japanese food fair at Isetan, Bangkok Japanese in Bangkok

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Kimie Takahashi 高橋君江

I’ve never felt more welcome in a foreign city than where I am at the moment – Bangkok! It has to do with Thai people’s gorgeous smiles, but there is more to this city that makes me feel at home. … Continue reading →

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