Why is it important to know foreign languages?

Answer 1

The Why and the Why Not: * If it is Mandarin, the language is the most spoken on earth. * If it is French, it is because that remains the language of diplomacy and culture. * If it is English, it is because that is the language of science, aviation and finance. * If it is Spanish, it is because it is a rapidly growing language. * If it is Latin, Greek, Arabic or Hebrew, culture and religion plays a part. * If it is almost any other language it is because the individual has a genealogical, financial or governmental incentive to learn it. Most find the learning of a second or third language to be easier if exposed to it at an early age. A few languages mandate an epiphany before a breakthrough in the process is achieved. Why to learn them is often difficult to explain. Learning alone can be an achievement. For many, it is a new world unfolding, and for a very rare group, it is as easy as tying their shoes. * The knowledge of foreign language could give you advantages in terms of seeking jobs. There are certain positions and well paying jobs wherein if you know more than one language, you will surely have a permanent high paying job.