Canadian speaks 42 languages fluently

setn.com (Chinese)

Powell Janulus, a Canadian linguist, was recognized by Guinness World Records in 1985 for speaking 42 languages fluently. He continues to learn two to three new languages annually, exploring the limits of human language acquisition. His parents, who spoke multiple languages, influenced his early linguistic development. Janulus developed a unique learning method emphasizing language family categorization, phonetic imitation, and immersive practice. He found Chinese, Arabic, and Finnish particularly challenging.


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