[PROCON]

And I speak read and write German fluently.

Without living there?

That's impressive....for a Lawyer.

I lived in Germany for 5+ years and became conversationally fluent, but that was many years ago.

Ein bier, bitte was usually all I needed.

[henkster]

I got a degree in Germanic Languages. My professors said my pronunciation was flawless without a trace of accent. I have also heard that from several Germans I’ve met. When we went to the 2003 Dayton Air Show, there were a couple of Luftwaffe fighter jocks there with their Tornadoes. I really enjoyed schmoozing with them auf Deutsch. I watched “Downfall” without needing subtitles.

The internet certainly helps maintain proficiency.

I’ve picked up a decent amount of Spanish just from listening to it, and some Russian too. It’s just a knack, I guess.

[Bob]

Ein bier, bitte was usually all I needed.

You mean there's more??