This project discusses the challenges faced by couples in international romantic relationships, reflecting on how cultural differences impact communication. As a Korean studying in London, I met my Spanish partner without fully realising our cultural disparities.

Over time, we encountered various challenges like communication issues and cultural differences. Despite transcending some differences, we still face gaps in understanding. Our ongoing journey highlights the complexity of bridging cultural gaps. While complete elimination of these disparities may be difficult, our efforts to reduce intercultural distance are vital. In today's multicultural world, we're prompted to consider how different we truly are at our core.

The commencement of each day involves the salutation “좋은 아침 (Good morning)” from my end, reciprocated by my partner with the Spanish equivalent, "Buenos días." Approximately one month into our dating, a tender expression of affection in the form of “사랑해(I love you)” was conveyed in my native Korean language. This sentiment was met with reciprocation in Spanish, "Te adoro," and over subsequent weeks, the linguistic mode of affection transitioned to "Te quiero." The attainment of stability in our relationship culminated in the unequivocal expression of love, "Te amo." This, too, was reciprocated with the enduring phrase, "사랑해."

Notwithstanding the apparent transcendence of linguistic and cultural dissimilarities in our relationship, an array of gaps persists. The attaining of mutual comprehension remains an ongoing process, with acceptance contingent upon the resolution of myriad trials and tribulations. Communication transpires through a third language, and cohabitation constitutes a fundamental aspect of our relational framework. As the primary narrative voice is myself, my Korean heritage consistently manifests through visual representation, elucidating the intricacies of communication with my partner. While the narrative may ostensibly reflect the idiosyncrasies of a specific couple, its contextual relevance extends beyond singularity, resonating within the broader milieu of contemporary international social landscapes.