Why English is international language?

Answer 1

English has become an internationally spoken language largely because of the size of the British Empire. The British explored the globe, settled in numerous regions such as Africa, Asia, Australia and North America. Although the empire is no more, a legacy of English language was left with the countries. At the same time, England was one of the most active trading countries in world. Traders in other countries found it beneficial to learn English to develop trade links and do business with the British.

Of the countries once in the British Empire, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, numerous African countries as well as many smaller countries and islands still use English as the main language. English is accepted as the main international language because of the wide use of it and because of the number of large trading nations today that speak English as a first language.

Answer 2

The English empire left colonies and commonwealth countries around the world. The English influenced the creation of governments and trade in dozens of countries. England had the strongest navy in the world for more than 100 years, and the strongest currency, too.

Since 1945, America has had the strongest currency and the strongest navy, again spreading the need to do governmental work and business in English.

Finally, America has Hollywood and rap music. Hollywood movies are shown worldwide. Music (including rap) from America is listened to worldwide.