ADVANTAGES OF LEARNING A FOREIGHN LANGUAGE

        

           Some people think that one should learn a foreign language mainly to build a good professional career; others believe that it is much more needed for general educational and social development.

          What is your opinion? What do you think is the main reason for learning a foreign language?

         Learning a foreign language takes time and dedication. Having a clear idea of why you are learning a language can help to motivate you in your studies. Some reasons are practical, some aspirational, some intellectual. It could be difficult, because you should  learn the different  functions of each language. Learning these things can make you a better student and a more articulate person.

        There some reasons why should people learn foreign language. At first, we can transform our travel experience completely by learning foreign language. Because travel is not only taking pictures of beautiful places, or spending time in fascinating hotel. Learning a foreign language will make your travel experiences much better, and will make you more confident when you are traveling abroad. You don’t have to be scared if you lost way. Without knowing a foreign language, it is difficult to make friends with foreigners. It is much easier to make social connections with foreign citizens and become exposed to their culture if they speak their language. Learning a language exposes us to a new culture and allows us to make cultural connections. They may be given the opportunity to sample food, participate in traditional activities, or even be presented with the opportunity to travel to a foreign country.

         Secondly, your memory improves. Learning a new language structure entails familiarizing with vocabulary and rules, and applying these memorized information into communication. Also, studies show that people who knows more than two languages are good at retaining shopping lists, names, and directions. And the fact, that it makes full use of  new language arsenal to express ideas.

        Thirdly, it becomes more valuable at work. Today companies and organizations are doing more business with international customers, increasing the need for employees with diverse language skills. You may be asked to travel abroad or to make your customer relationships better. Not only is it a paid trip to a foreign country, it increases your value and could lead to more opportunities in the future. Whether you are translating documents, writing a letter to a foreign customer, or interpreting an important conversation, fluency in another language gives you an edge at work. Learning a foreign language is an ability that tells of a person’s intelligence, flexibility, openness to diverse people, and decision-making skills.

        Whether you are fascinated by another country's culture or considering taking a foreign language, learning a new language offers lifelong benefits. Learning another language gives the learner the ability to step inside the mind and context of that other culture. Without the ability to communicate and understand a culture on its own terms, true access to that culture is barred. A person competent in other languages can bridge the gap between cultures, contribute to international diplomacy, promotes national security and world peace, and successfully engage in international trade.