Knowing More Than Language

It has long been established that learning a second language is beneficial. So

beneficial, in fact, that many schools are incorporating bilingual education. This is
because multiple studies suggest that bilingual education has cognitive, social, and
health benefits. As you will see, studying a second or third language is an investment in
your future, no matter your age.
A bilingual person is someone who speaks two languages. A person who speaks more than two languages
is called multilingual person.

Multilingualism is the use of more than one language, either by an individual speaker or by a group of
speaker.

Language fuels our brains, frames our thoughts and makes complex communication possible. The
words, expressions and quirks unique to our language largely define how we see and understand the
world.
Importance of knowing more than language

Increase Creativity
Language learning can also increase ones creativity. Learning how to string new words together to
communicate effectively requires you to use your brain in an analogous way as when you form
creative thoughts. For instance, language learning requires discovering new ways of expressing
ideas and feelings.

Improves your analytical skills

Those who speak more than one language have the ability to process information in a
more logical fashion. For instance, rather than making decisions based on emotion,
those who had to consider decisions in foreign language made wiser decisions based
on analytical reasoning.
Strengthens your brain muscles

When you work to learn another language, you are essentially exercising your brain
muscles. For example, it is proven to improve ones’s cognitive skills. Working hard to learn
a new language will strengthen your ability to focus, memorize and comprehend material.

Creates Job Security

Learning multiple languages creates job security. As the workplace becomes global, it is
imperative that employees do what it takes to hold on to their jobs. Those individuals
who speak other languages are already well ahead of their competitors in the workplace.
Simplifies Foreign Communication

The ability to communicate is essential. When you learn to speak another language,
communication becomes easier. As you travel, you will be able to find out information yourself
than rely on translators. This will help you make wise decisions and lead you to places where
you may not have gone before.

Fosters Cultural Awareness

Studies have shown that learning another languages fosters culture awareness
and acceptance. Students who study another language are more
understanding of other cultures. You learn about people, the customs,
traditions, and values where the language is spoken.
Develops Global Relationships

Finally, one of the most important reasons to learn multiple languages is to develop global
relationships. Those multilingual can form relationships with people across the globe.
Language barriers are broken and friendships are made. When you learn language, your
worldview changes for the better.
Thank you
and
God bless 