4 Asian countries where it is easy to communicate in English Travel to Asia 2.3 (3)Article in collaboration with Susanna Giordo.For many of us, visiting Asia is one of the top destinations on our bucket list. The main challenge: language. If you don't speak Mandarin, Thai, Japanese or anything else, how can you communicate? Fortunately, some of these countries are easily accessible to those who speak the language of Shakespeare.Review your basics, refresh your level or learn EnglishAs a good French speaker, it's not always easy to express yourself in another language... Once you've got past the usual greetings, it's not easy for everyone to hold a conversation. Rest assured: you're neither the first nor the last in this situation. Before you, thousands of people have faced the same problem and overcome it with flying colors.To learn English or improve your level, several choices are available to you. Do you love working in a group? You will definitely find full satisfaction in a group course or organized multilingual exchange sessions. Pressed for time? With applications like Babbel for example, which offers lessons easy and accessible English from your smartphone, you can easily have a good level to travel in Asia, or review your lost knowledge.It is important to note that, as everywhere and for all languages, English can differ from one country to another, the accent, the expressions, the vocabulary, etc. So find out before leaving what you need to know about the culture and how to express yourself (verbally and physically: gestures can be misinterpreted from one country to another), and why not learn a few words of the local language like greetings, thank you, please, or even asking for directions. The effort is always appreciated.Here are four Asian countries where English is used either as an official language or a very commonly spoken language.SingaporeGardens by the Bay.Did you know that the Republic of Singapore has no fewer than four official languages? A former British colony, Singapore has long used English as its administrative language. Even today, 85% of the population speaks English fluently, which is good news if you don't want to start learning another language. A true cultural melting pot, Singapore is mainly populated by Chinese, Indians and Malays. A diversity that is reflected in its emblematic districts, respectively Little India, Chinatown and Kampong Glam. Between the colorful saris, the Thian Hock Keng temple and the delicious Malaysian dishes, there are so many things to do in this city-state... Not to mention its modern districts and places of interest such as the Gardens by the Bay, one of the symbols of the city.MalaysiaBatu Caves.On these 329 km², the British, Portuguese and Dutch have left their mark. Malaysia is a piece of paradise for people looking for wild landscapes and modernity. Gateway to the country, Kuala Lumpur impresses visitors from the outset with the sumptuous architecture of the Masjid Negara and Masjid Jamek mosques. Here too, you can stroll through typical and different neighborhoods such as Little India and Chinatown. Interested in Malaysian culture? Let yourself be captivated by the Batu Caves and its impressive statue of the god Murugan. And of course, there are the heavenly beaches like Pulau Pangkor, Pulau Langkawi, Pulau Redang and its Long Beach, Teluk Dalam or the beaches of Bako National Park.IndiaThe Taj Mahal.This former British colony has been the setting for many legends… Imagine waking up with the Taj Mahal in your sights. Losing yourself in the Thar Desert, as intriguing as it is majestic, or letting yourself be carried away by the Hadiwar, Diwali or Holi ceremonies. So many treasures to discover in India… In the southern part of the country, the picture is different and just as interesting. Between the Hindu temples and old districts of the English colonies like Pondicherry, you won’t know where to look first. Special mention for the Nilgiri Mountain Railway which allows you to discover magnificent panoramas.Hong KongView of Hong Kong from Victoria Peak.Again, this is a former British colony, hence the ease with which the inhabitants speak English. Although it is less used by the locals, the strong presence of expatriates has made English the most spoken language in the metropolis, hence its nickname of world city. Once in Hong Kong, what to do and what to see? There are a multitude of attractions such as admiring the city from the Victoria peak, discover the big Buddha and the Po Lin Monastery on Lantau Island, or relax at the Wong Tai Sin Temple. The city of Hong Kong is also cited towards the future with the Central business district. Did you like the article? Vote on the article Note globale 2.3 / 5. Number of votes: 3 No votes yet. Be the first to rate this article! Did you like the article? Follow me on social media Our tip Practical advice Mind 0 0 Roman 21/07/2020
