More examples of the English language interpreted by those who speak other languages. Remember, people of a different sex, no sleeping in the same tent in the Black Forest unless married for purposes of sleeping in the same tent in the Black Forest.

In a Vienna hotel: In case of fire, do your utmost to alarm the porter.

In Germany’s Black Forest: It is strickly forbidden on our Black Forest camping site that people of different sex, for instance, men & women, live together in one tent unless they are married for that purpose.

An ad by a Hong Kong dentist: Teeth extracted by the latest Methodists.

A Russian chess book: A lot of water has been passed under the bridge since this variation has been played.

In a Rome laundry: Ladies, leave your clothes here and spend the afternoon having a good time.

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