Are you thinking about learning a new language? In this blog series, we would like to inspire you with interesting facts about different languages. Today, we will share the top 3 reasons why you should consider learning French:
Opens the Doors to an International Career
Proficiency in French is essential for anyone considering a career in any international organisation. French is both a working language and an official language of the United Nations, the European Union, UNESCO, NATO, the International Olympic Committee, the International Red Cross and international courts. Apart from that, many multinational companies in a wide range of sectors (luxury goods, aeronautics, automotive, retailing) are using French as their working language. French isn’t only useful in France. It is also widely spoken in Switzerland, Belgium, Canada as well as a large number of African countries.
Fosters Cultural Understanding
French is the lingua franca of culture, including art, cuisine, dance, and fashion. France has won more Nobel Prizes for literature than any other country. Reaching a level that allows you to understand and read French will therefore not only allow you to indulge in some of the greatest works in literature, but also experience top international films in their original language. Furthermore, France is the destination most visited by international tourists worldwide (UNWTO, 2018). Imagine ordering your Café and Croissant confidently in French or being able to communicate with locals. Being able to talk in French will definitely make it easier to travel through France as well as deepen your experience.
The Language of Love
French is a very euphonic language, which is partly because of its pronunciation. Overall, vowels and consonants are well distributed, which helps words to better flow together. A Google Translate survey found it is the language most often used to translate romantic expressions: Je t’aime is the most requested translation after bonjour. No surprise that French is considered as the language of love across the globe!
Apart from that, French is a good grounding for learning other languages, especially Romance languages (Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian). Can we help you create your personal learning path? inlingua offers flexible e-learning as well as blended learning options tailored to your needs. Contact your local center for more information.