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6 Reasons Why English is Important to Know

6 Reasons Why English is Important to Know

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Justlearn
1/27/2021
3 minute read

Our world is more globalized than ever. Many countries around the world do business with each other. The advancement of technology also allows us to be more connected.

The most spoken languages in the world are English, Mandarin, Hindi, Spanish, and French. Learning a language isn't easy. It takes a lot of practice and motivation. Some parts of the world don't place enough importance on being bilingual. Even though some cultures don't see the point in learning a language. The truth is, being bilingual can open so many doors for you.

Languages such as Mandarin, Bengali, and European languages are gaining global popularity. English is still one of the top languages in the world that people want to learn. Here are six reasons why English is important.

#1 International Communication

English isn't the most spoken language in the world. But it is the official language of 53 countries. There are 1.5 billion English speakers as of 2020, which is around 20% of the world. So chances are, wherever you go, someone will speak or at least understand English.

#2 The Language of Business

The headquarters of global companies are in countries like the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia. English has always been the language of business. Whether you want to work for a corporation or in the tourism industry. It's a necessity to be bilingual if you work in business or are a business student.

#3 Movies and TV

Around the world movies and TV shows are in English. Hollywood is also a global phenomenon that is in English. If you want to understand popular movies and videos on the internet, learning English is a must. You will open up a whole new world of entertainment.

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#4 Social Media

Social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat were founded in the United States. The dominant language for these apps is English. If you want to keep up with the latest trends, it's important to learn English.

#5 Education

English is one of the most studied languages in the world. Most school systems have English classes and programs in their curriculum. In South Korea, students take English classes at public school and study at private academies. If you want to get a good job or study abroad, knowing English is a must.

#6 Traveling

Traveling abroad can be scary at times because of communication barriers. That's why being fluent in English is important. A lot of signs and transportation schedules are translated into English. If you have issues during your travels, it's almost guaranteed that someone can help you in English.

Being bilingual is a superpower. It's a useful skill that can take you far in life. Whatever situation you end up in, I can assure you that knowing English will help you. Do these six reasons inspire you to learn English, but you don't know where to start?

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