Why should foreigners learn English?

Immigrants who speak English earn more and are better accepted by Americans. Immigrants who learn English improve both their earnings and their acceptance by other Americans. Most immigrants want to learn English, and immigration advocates think it should be easier for them to do so.

How has the English language influenced the world?

Because of America’s dominance over cinema, television, popular music, trade, and technology (including the Internet) throughout the years, it made English even more universal! Today, English has become the leading language in business, science, literature, politics, diplomacy and many more areas and industries.

Why is English the dominant language of the Internet?

A universal language One reason for English being so dominant online is that it is considered a ‘universal language’, often chosen by people of different nationalities as a common way to communicate.

How is English diffused?

English diffused to North America in the 17th century when English built colonies along the East coast. Britain invaded many places such as Ireland (17th century), South Asia (18th century), South Pacific (18th -19th century). English became an official language in these places.

What is the status of English as an international language?

English language has the same status in every country in the world. On the basis of the way the world wide nations plan in their own and people use it, there are native and non-native speakers. The non-native speakers are also categorized into second and foreign ones.

Do you think English is a threat to other languages?

English is also seen as the language of the Internet and high tech and that definitely has a negative impact on other languages. Some people claim that the world’s linguistic diversity is less preserved because of English domination and that more local languages are declining each year.