But today I heard the EU has announced that the correct translation is "horse d'oeuvres."
Accuracy in translation
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Accuracy in translation
I've been claiming for years that Ikea is Swedish for "rancid little meatballs."
But today I heard the EU has announced that the correct translation is "horse d'oeuvres."
But today I heard the EU has announced that the correct translation is "horse d'oeuvres."
Saccharomyces cerevisiae is the linchpin of civilization.
Re: Accuracy in translation
The Pun Jar demands payment from you... but would prefer if the payment were not from Ikea!
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Re: Accuracy in translation
How 'bout a jar of Nordic Flaming Goat Cheese hot sauce for Pegasus wings? *plonk*Dave wrote:The Pun Jar demands payment from you... but would prefer if the payment were not from Ikea!
Saccharomyces cerevisiae is the linchpin of civilization.