I think this type of hassle could be avoided to a great extent if people would concentrate
on contributing to Wikipedias in languages they master. Nobody without a sufficient
command of Cherokee would ever dare to think of writing a book in that language. Yet, the
wiki system fools some (or many?) people into thinking they can provide a sensible
contribution in foreign languages where they wouldn't be able to make the most basic
conversation.
I am aware that in most cases this is done well-meaningly. Many small wikipedias are in a
pitiful state and often show virtually no development. This tempts many editors
(especially those with a weakness for languages) to provide "development aid".
However, the result is often simply embarrassing. Moreover, such benevolent activities
might even cause the exact opposite as Wikipedias written in a mishmash of deficient and
foreign language will keep any native speakers (potential future contributors !) from
using them.
Boris
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