Danusia-Poland
THE IMPORTANCE OF MULTILINGUALISM IN EUROPE
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Currently the knowledge of foreign languages is very
important. A lot of people do everything they can to learn
a new language. At present time, the basic language
which is known by a big percentage of the European
population is English. But actually what is the major
importance of knowing languages and multilingualism in
Europe?
First of all, it is a matter of employment. Every young
human is dreaming about a good, well-paid job. In
Europe, the knowledge of different languages is the
base for business travelling. If you speak foreign
languages fluently, you have a lot more possibilities. Your
future employer for sure will appreciate your language
skills and will be impressed of your multilingualism.
Secondly, multilingualism is connected with
travelling. Knowing some different languages creates
opportunities to visit other countries. You can travel a lot
and do not have to worry that you can not communicate.
If you know a lot of languages, you will not be limited to
talking in just one. For instance, during your stay in
France, Sweden or any other country, you do not have to
look for people who know English. You can talk to citizens
in their language and do not worry that they will not
understand you.
Nowadays in more and more countries in schools,
children have an obligation to learn a foreign language or
even languages. The governments of different countries
are trying to guarantee a good future with languages.
From the very childhood kids are playing in the
environment where there are kids speaking other
languages.
To sum up, speaking foreign languages is very
important in our lives. Thanks to them we have more
possibilities and opportunities. In Europe, the knowledge
like that is very appreciated and you can achieve so many
things.