Why love is harder in a second language | Magdalena Hoeller 451d3t

Ted Talks Daily

22/05/2025

Saying “I love you” often feels more meaningful in your first language than in any other language...

Saying “I love you” often feels more meaningful in your first language than in any other language you learn later in life, explains linguist and polyglot Magdalena Hoeller. Unpacking the hidden challenges of intercultural relationships — from language barriers and humor gaps to subtle power dynamics — she shares how couples can turn these struggles into opportunities to grow closer.
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