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Old 04-02-2007, 09:31 PM   #27
MNBoxster
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Originally Posted by jeffsquire
My wife translates German for a living and she's got some FUNNY stories about language screw ups.

My favorite is the Vicks corp. They didnt listen to advice when they launched their media blitz years ago and kept their name: Vicks. The way Vicks is spelled when you pronouce it in German it means f*ck. Too hilarious!! Imagine the ads: YOur coughing, sneezing and have a sore throat. ALl you need is a good Vicks and you'll feel better.
Hi,

Yea, kinda like Chevy trying to market the Nova in Mexico...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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