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English is my second language.
In my adopted country we speak English, sort of.
Just listen to our President.

I found this article interesting.
Most of you may have seen it already.

English has 20 tenses?

http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20160908-the-language-rules-we-know-but-dont-know-we-know

So much of language is intuitive and as you say if it isn't your first language then the order loses it's importance.

Thanks mamya.
If you hear something often enough, you pick it up.

Thanks for the link, Sunray.

Have you seen the tweet by Merlin Mann below those of the author - it's very funny - I'm not sure if this link will wok but.......

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CrirWXnVYAAviDF.jpg

PS. You might have to adjust the zoom setting.

Thanks brendan.
The link worked and it was funny.

Sunray, what an interesting article - thanks. It was fascinating, especially the stuff about us all acquiring skills, formats, etc, without making a conscious effort.

malone, I am impressed that there are experts who can think this deep.