the more languages you speak the more of a person you are
Language is one of the most important things in the world. The ability to communicate in other languages is what sets us apart from the animal world. If we do not preserve the old languages and force the world to only speak one, we are forcing the world to lose its own identity and culture. Without language we couldn't read texts and stories from other countries, or even from further back in history. I love learning other languages and I love speaking them. To speak another person's language, to me, is like being about to connect and understand them better. It also helps me to enjoy their culture. How many times have you went into a city or a shopping mall and heard people speaking in their native tounges? Language is what makes the world a better place as it helps us to realise that we are all different, and hopefully to be more tolerent with our differences.
Why should I learn a language?
Learning a foreign language takes time and dedication. The reasons below may help to convince you to take the plunge, if such persuasion is needed. Some reasons are practical, some aspirational, some intellectual and others sentimental, but whatever your reasons, having a clear idea of why you're learning a language can help to motivate you in your studies.
Kolik jazyků znáš, tolikrát jsi člověkem.
The more languages you know, the more you are human. (Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk)
Emigration
When you move to a different country or region, learning the local language will help you to communicate and integrate with the local community. Even if many of the locals speak your language, for example if your L1 is English and you move to the Netherlands, it's still worth your while learning the local language. Doing so will demonstrate your interest in and commitment to the new country.
Family and friends
If your partner, in-laws, relatives or friends speak a different language, learning that language will help you to communicate with them. It can also give you a better understanding of
Why should I learn a language?
Learning a foreign language takes time and dedication. The reasons below may help to convince you to take the plunge, if such persuasion is needed. Some reasons are practical, some aspirational, some intellectual and others sentimental, but whatever your reasons, having a clear idea of why you're learning a language can help to motivate you in your studies.
Kolik jazyků znáš, tolikrát jsi člověkem.
The more languages you know, the more you are human. (Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk)
Emigration
When you move to a different country or region, learning the local language will help you to communicate and integrate with the local community. Even if many of the locals speak your language, for example if your L1 is English and you move to the Netherlands, it's still worth your while learning the local language. Doing so will demonstrate your interest in and commitment to the new country.
Family and friends
If your partner, in-laws, relatives or friends speak a different language, learning that language will help you to communicate with them. It can also give you a better understanding of