Some people wonder why English is such an important international language. The answer is essentially two-fold. English is the main language used in commerce and is spoken across the world by millions of people. Certainly Europe is an example of an area where several languages are spoken but even there, English is prominent and often the language of choice. Because English is so widely spoken and is a main language of business, it's important for people to learn it so they can function within business and social situations accordingly. When you can perform in business to your highest potential, you can often profit accordingly. Good English skills can help you perform your work.
Knowing English and being able to speak, write and read it well can help you succeed in business and make a wider base of experiences available to you. English is spoken by the majority of recognized democracies in the world, so knowing English can play into the role of political freedom in some countries. When people can learn and get information in English and from English-speaking countries, they see how people live and function in other parts of the world than is sometimes conveyed in a native language or culture other than ones based in English.
When you can demonstrate that you can speak, write and read English well, you may be more easily recognized for promotions or be asked to represent your company to new and returning clients. Your employers like to know that you can properly inform a client of services and products with confidence in English. If you work in the field of education, you may want to pay particular attention to your English skills. You may be a brilliant chemist, but if you can't teach chemistry in English to the University class you've been assigned to that expects instruction in English, your students will have difficulty learning and you can become frustrated as instructor.
With the knowledge and skills that English offers, you will be able to understand more about the world around you as events occur. You will be able to see English television shows and hear radio shows with more insight to the stories and culture of those involved. Knowing English will also help you a great deal with basic living situations as you travel in English-speaking areas. You will be able to ask someone where the toilet is or get directions to where you can buy a sandwich for lunch.
Grace Rimando
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