It is accommodating to learn the local language.
Greg visited a country in Africa that would be considered a developing country.
Greg wants to talk to the locals in the country.
Greg learns the basics of their language in order to help him talk to people.
Greg talks to the locals using simple English words even though they can't understand it.
The locals understand that Greg is trying his best and are willing to help him out.
The locals feel disrespected by Greg and won't want to help him.