[stomachmonkey]

I can speak Hochdeutsch but was raised on Schwäbisch.

When I'm in Germany my clothing and appearance present as American.

Many times it's advantageous to bust out the Schwäbisch as it's not something anyone would ever learn in school and it immediately gives me credibility as a homeboy.

It's especially useful in tourist areas where the locals really don't like American tourists. The level of service changes immediately.