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Scenario

How language shapes your sense of humor

I laugh at different things in English than I do in Arabic and my sense of humor feels split in half.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Cultural concepts of comedy don't translate, creating divided comedic sensibilities across linguistic contexts.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Language and identity — what your first language holds?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.