Why Learning a new Language is Important?

Learning a new language is awesome and there are many benefits of learning a new language. However, there are some vital challenges an individual must overcome while plunging into learning a new language.

• Which language do you want to learn?
• Why do you want to learn a new language?
• How should you learn a language?
• How do you ensure that you have successfully learned the new language or have completed the course?

Which Language Do You Want To Learn?

One of the prime decisions you have to make here is to choose the language you want to learn. Your decision is closely related to the second challenge –what is your motive behind learning a new language. There are many benefits of learning a new language such as if you intend to learn a new language just to prove your capabilities, then it does not matter which language you should choose – pick the one you are interested in. If, on the other hand, you plan on traveling to another country, working for an International organization e.g. the UN then you have to be a bit more cautious about your choice of language.

The United Nations has six official languages: English, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian and French. Spanish has more than 300 million native speakers, is the second most commonly spoken language worldwide, after Chinese with 885 million first-language speakers globally. English is most often learned as a second language and is the official language of the EU and several Commonwealth countries, as well as, in several world organizations. It is the third most natively spoken language in the world, after Spanish and Chinese. So, to ensure greater flexibility in what you would prefer to do once you have learned your choice of language, it is recommended to opt for one of the six official languages of the United Nations, in particular, one of the top four: French, Spanish, English or Chinese.

Why Do You Want To Learn A New Language?

Why do you want to learn a new language? It is not so much a challenge as to whether you have sound intentions and are likely to help you progress. Do you plan on traveling – working as you go? If so, you can likely get in most countries with English – it has become the most commonly learned second language worldwide. However, if you think it perhaps is fun learning a new language then you enroll in a course. Many people do not complete the course as they run out of enthusiasm, it becomes difficult for them – this wastes time, effort and does not help boost self-esteem in any way.

If you think that learning a new language will make you a lot more attractive – enhancing your communication skills, then you must consider a country where your language choice is native, as the locals perhaps well are impressed with your efforts to learn their native language. Some prefer learning a new language to prove their capabilities – it can be a great sense of personal accomplishment.

How to Learn A New Language and what are Benefits of learning?

How to learn a new language is another challenge – mainly based on money, time, and an individual’s learning style. Before you opt for a program, ask yourself the following questions:

• Do you need to learn the new language fast?
• Do you learn better alone or in groups? (Self-learning or Coaching)
• Do you have enough time to invest in classes or enroll in a proper degree course?
• Do you have enough funds?
• Will you require access to teachers?
• Do you need accreditation in the language for your resume?

Being Successful!

Being successful with your learning is crucial to overcome the fourth obstacle. Ensuring success with learning a new language depends largely on how well an individual makes their decisions with the first three aspects. If you pick the right language, for the right reasons and stay passionate about completing the course – you should succeed in learning a different language!