relationships with language barriers can be challenging.
They can, I know also from experience. Can lead to misunderstandings as well. And cultural habits might not be always compatible, i.e.: some ppl mention your first name in nearly every sentense they speak to you; in Holland it's considered very rude to do this as it only is done there when ppl are angry at you. So as a Dutchman I always feel a bit awkward when somebody speaks to me, mentioning my first name in every sentense they say to me: you know, M-G, it is a lovely day today. Also, if somebody does not specifically answers "no" to a question asked or txted and instead does not answer, which is usual in some cultures, it is in Holland assumed that that person agrees. This can also lead to peculiar sits. If you know what I mean.
M-G