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Why Learn English?
English is an international language, it is spoken by more than a billion people in the world, whether as a first, second or foreign language. There are three reasons, at least, why we need to learn English. First, English is a business language. Second, English is a technology language. And third, English is an academic language.
First, beside, English as an international language, English is, also, a business language. It is a language for those who want to do business internationally. If one wishes to do business with someone from different country, they must be able to use English as a way of communication. It is the bridge for businessmen from all over the world to do business. If one needs to master the language to whom they are going to have business, it would be so inconvenience.
Second, English is used in the field of technology. It cannot be denied that, nowadays, technology is so much developed, specially, in terms of computer. Thanks to America that develops this technology, which is an English speaking country. Thus, anyone wishes to learn the technology must learn about the language used in that technology. Take for example is internet. People can find almost anything from ladies’ needs to men’s needs, from cooking recipe to car modification.
Third, last but not least is, English used in academic purpose. America, United Kingdom, and Australia have become places for students from all over the world to pursue their study. Since, those three countries are using English in teaching, thus, those who wish to study there must learn English. English becomes the media in delivering the knowledge of the study.
With all the factors above, we can conclude that English is an important language. It is a widely spoken language all over the world. It is the language that bridging people from different country. Without English, people might find difficulty to communicate from one to another, specially, those who are from different country.