Language Services Direct Team
French is one of the few languages that is taught in every country’s educational system. It’s one of the most studied foreign languages in the world, so, understandably, you’d want to learn it. However, you may be wondering what you would accomplish with your new French skills. How would it assist you?
People choose French as their next foreign language for a variety of reasons, including the fact that it is spoken in many countries, it sounds wonderful, and it is sometimes necessary to handle personal business in France.
If you’ve decided to learn French, you already know why; if not, allow us to assist you in making up your mind. Continue reading to find six reasons for learning French this year.
France, like the United Kingdom, went through an imperialist period, which resulted in the French language being used in countries all over the world. These are known as Francophone countries. There are 29 countries where French is an official language, mostly because they were once French colonies and many more where French is a widely spoken language.
Here’s a list of just a few official French-speaking countries:
Of course, because language is a fluid thing, a language does not have to be spoken solely to be important. Much of the vocabulary we use in English comes from French. Some are obvious, while others are not.
Hundreds of English words are used without considering their Gallic origins. French terms include money, advice, honesty, television, and music. Indeed, around one-third of all English terms may be traced back to France.
Learning French may help you advance in your work. It will provide you with a significant advantage if you are seeking a job in a foreign nation, and it will open up a whole universe of translation prospects for you. Furthermore, it displays to potential employers that you are capable of sitting down and devoting time and attention to a long-term endeavour.
The ability to communicate in both French and English is advantageous for getting work with the many global corporations that use French as their working language in a variety of industries (retailing, automotive, luxury goods, aeronautics, etc.). As the world’s fifth largest economy, France attracts businesses, academics, and the best foreign students.
French is more than just a popular language. Cooking, fashion, art, architecture, and dancing all use it as their official language, or as many call it, one of the romance languages. If any of these activities interest you, studying French will help you take your pastime or artistic repertoire to a whole new level.
France is the world’s most popular tourist destination, with over 87 million tourists each year. The ability to speak even a little French makes visiting Paris and the rest of France so much more enjoyable, and it provides insights into French culture and way of life.
2023 is a year for huge sports events in France including the Rugby Men’s World Cup and the Alpine World Ski Championships, if you’re thinking about heading to one of these exciting events you’d be at a huge advantage by learning to speak French!
Fact: Did you know that both French and English are considered official languages of the Olympics? This means that every official announcement must be made available in both these languages throughout the games.
The United Nations, the European Union, UNESCO, NATO, the International Olympic Committee, the International Red Cross, and international courts all use French as a primary language. The language of the three EU institutions’ headquarters, Strasbourg, Brussels, and Luxembourg, is French.
As a result, you won’t ever have to be concerned about French losing its importance or status in the world. You will always have access to international news and will be more well-informed about the world because many international media sites also publish in French.
French is a Romance language, meaning it descended from Vulgar Latin. As a result, it’s an excellent starting point for learning other Romance languages (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Romanian), as they are members of the same language family and have similar vocabulary and grammar.
Furthermore, because English is partially derived from French, learning the French language will help you improve your English skills.
If you want to learn to speak more than one language, French is a great place to start.
Private lessons, group programmes, learning apps, flashcards, and other methods are available to help you learn a language. Because French is one of the most popular languages to learn, there are numerous techniques available to you.
You can learn French in any way you like, from classic methods like sitting in class or talking to a tutor to more creative methods like learning through stories or movies.
Intensive language programmes are a quick and efficient approach to learning a new language. If you want to speed up your language learning, a Language Services Direct intensive French language course may be the best option for you.
Because all of our instructors understand English, have considerable training, and have many years of experience educating in French, you only receive the finest.
We offer intensive courses in French, Spanish, and Arabic, and Business Language Courses in a range of languages to suit your needs.
French has Latin roots, as do 43 other Romance languages, and understanding it will help you understand them. Learning French broadens your job options, enhances your travel experiences, opens up educational possibilities, and creates the groundwork for learning other Romance languages.
According to research, understanding a second language improves cognitive growth, especially when learned at a young age. Bilingualism essentially rewires the brain, resulting in increased memory, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and other benefits.
The ability to communicate in French will benefit you in the worldwide employment market. Knowledge of French opens doors to countries not only in France but also in French-speaking countries around the world.
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