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45 Stories

  • T'undercats by RamblingRiddler
    RamblingRiddler
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      Reads 7
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    Short piece of poetry (if you can call it that), in Yorkshire dialect. Reminiscing of bed time and watching a 80's favourite TV series.
  • Second Thoughts by Wattsnail
    Wattsnail
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      Reads 46
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      Parts 1
  • Diary of a Good Damn Bahamian Woman by Aimee6463
    Aimee6463
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      Reads 16
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    Hell hath no fury like a Bahamian woman scorned πŸ”₯πŸ”₯
  • Musta bin by barleywine
    barleywine
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      Reads 17
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    short poem
  • Easy Arabic (snow princess) by MarilouEncena
    MarilouEncena
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      Reads 477
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      Parts 12
    Saudi Dialect
  • Dialect by Ayda113
    Ayda113
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      Reads 7
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      Parts 1
  • DIVE INTO THE LYRICS OF SPIRITUAL SONG 'PRAISE BY EW IN BATAK DIALECT by ansellkocikk
    ansellkocikk
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      Reads 14
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    Every language has a different way of structuring sentences, and a translator needs to change the structure of sentences so that they sound natural in the intended language. This involves paying attention to the beats and emphasis of words that can affect the way a song is sung. Song lyrics often contain specific references to a particular culture. Translators need to understand the cultural background of both languages so that the meaning or nuances in the lyrics are not lost. Phrases or idioms that are common in a culture may not be able to be translated directly without losing their meaning. Vocabulary in one language may not have an exact equivalent in another, so translators must be creative in choosing appropriate words to convey the same intent. This becomes more difficult when it comes to very specific terms or expressions. It is very important to pay attention to the emphasis of words and rhythm when translating lyrics. Many songs have a certain rhythm pattern that must be maintained in order for the translated version to remain pleasing to the ear and match the original melody. Word obscurity and idiom usage often cause problems, as some words can have multiple meanings depending on the context. Translators must be able to interpret the meaning accurately so that there is no confusion. Facing these challenges requires special skills and a deep understanding of both languages and cultures, so that the translations can be accepted and enjoyed by new listeners
  • Jamaica Tun Fifty by dangerbabe
    dangerbabe
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    A small island in the caribbean full of strife, poverty and lots of love. This is story of change in culture and norm of a people that forever stand strong in the face of adversity.
  • Moonrise - A Short Story Collection by anElaborateMelody
    anElaborateMelody
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      Reads 518
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      Parts 9
    Sneak with me through the gravestones, or dance with me beneath the stars. Whisper darkest secrets, or let your laugh start fires. Dream with me the dream of a thousand beautiful nightmares. Turn the page.
  • ZeroFriction (the coefficient of words) by GaWill
    GaWill
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      Reads 126
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      Parts 37
    A set of shorts.
  • HIGHSCHOOL by DejaGiggles
    DejaGiggles
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    Highschool? You know how it goes.... Stress from teachers, Delusional Queen B Your favourite cousins that are more like siblings An new friends😊 Follow the life of Khylin Darlington as she to deals with anything and everything a teen goes through. 20/5/2018.....#1 LongChapters 29/5/2018.....#43 shortChapters 20/5/2018.....#19 craziness 21/7/2018.....#19 newgirl
  • Coffee with Theodore by Timothy_Pearce
    Timothy_Pearce
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      Reads 12
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    Every week Idris and Theodore meet for coffee to discuss writing, speaking of everything but.
  • Book Of Idioms by LeviRyomaYoh
    LeviRyomaYoh
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      Reads 67
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      Parts 3
    An individual is that which exists as a distinct entity. Individuality (or self-hood) is the state or quality of being an individual; particularly (in the case of humans) of being a person unique from other people and possessing one's own needs or goals, rights and responsibilities. The concept of an individual features in diverse fields, including biology, lawand philosophy. Collection of stories that has a moral lesson.
  • The first snow *a very childish story* by cheerbabi4eva98
    cheerbabi4eva98
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  • The New Boy: vol.1 by s105462
    s105462
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      Reads 8
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    Hazel is the new hottest girl at Richardson Highschool, she is in five relationships, but she has a reason why. Gabby (hazels best friend) has a crush on the new guy, Brian Charles. Hazel doesn't like the guy because of what happened a couple years back.
  • The Art Of Peer Pressure by theking32288
    theking32288
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      Reads 252
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    This is the realist shit I ever wrote. Telling the story of my life; This is how I cope. Battling influence, drugs, violence, I can can give you all the hype. Hoping it would silence. But it all seems to be speaking so loud. And yet they still consume me and endow. Don't they know what they're doing to me? Aren't they aware of the fear? It was once hidden, but now they know. "C'mon yo, you've got to be kid'n!" They joke, but I find no humor in the acts I take par. "Man, what did I get myself into?" It all makes sense what my momma was trying to reassure. "That my darling, is The Act Of Peer Pressure."
  • Those Who Fight! by fearthefirenze
    fearthefirenze
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      Reads 147
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      Parts 15
    Violetta didn't think there'd be people on top of that mountain she climbed. She was sorely mistaken. Thrown into the world of several recluses and their equally reclusive goddess, the eleven year old ends up having to adapt to their ways and gets sucked into an unexpected friendship that will change her in ways she never imagined. But it gets even stranger when their patron deity, Lady Diadem, turns out to be hiding an unforgivable secret. Now Violetta and her newfound companions are divided against each other and sent spiraling into a civil war that will change their lives forever. Thanks to @clindy_san for the beautiful cover!