English As A Global Language

These arguments describe english as advantageous and dominant, however they do not describe the limitations of the english language. The truth is that English is an incredibly difficult language to learn with its various grammar, punctuation and usage rules. I would assume that the majority of people who agree that english should be the world’s official tongue have never attempted to learn any other languages.

English has become the most widespread and powerful language on Earth. The imperial English Empire spread English across the globe; from America to Asia. English’s position in the world was cemented by US cultural and diplomatic dominance; evident in American movies, fast food, and clothing. English has proven it is not moving anywhere anytime soon, as English only grows in use over time. Thus a debate has arisen: Should English be the official Universal Language? On one hand, English can harm other cultures, international relations, and scientific development; however, English is very flexible and widely used, making it the perfect candidate for a global language.

In an ever changing world we have seen the number and complexity of languages become reduced. In a Wall Street Journal article entitled What the World Will Speak in 2115, John H. McWhorter advocates for the world to see these changes as necessary and a way for communication worldwide to become more efficient and simplified. McWhorter shows how language has been streamlined for centuries as a way for citizens to adapt rather than viewed as an extinction of culture. Modern English is likely to become the dominant language worldwide but more so for the fact that it can be easily learned and is open to transformation with the times. Despite the fears of a world where lingual diversity is reduced, McWhorter suggests that there will still be variation to promote culture and communication with people from all backgrounds will be easier. The following is a summary and analysis of McWhorter’s main points describing the simplification of language. Following the summary of main points will be a hypothetical situation in what the world language could consist of 100 years from now.

Is it really necessary to have English as the official language? U.S has been trying to find the answer for this question for a long time. And they still didn’t come up with an answer. Presently, there are 23 states that actually wanted to have English as the official language. And it’s still not enough. I agree that there are some benefits for having an official language but we should also consider the disadvantages that are more than advantages.

‘English has unquestionably become a global phenomenon’ (Selvi, 2013) with approximately three hundred and seventy-five million people speaking English around the world with

Montopoli quotes Congressman Steve King when writing, “A common language is the most unifying force known throughout history.” English, the fourth most spoken language in the world (Ethnologue: Languages of the World, 15th ed.), is a language spoken from Rwanda in Africa, to Singapore in Asia and many other countries. With 340 million native English speakers, and 510 million total (Ethnologue: Languages of the World, 15th ed.), English becoming the official language would not hinder the rights of non-native speakers and be beneficial.

Imagine a world in which we all shared a single universal language. Having a universal language would open the doors to many opportunities. John McWhorter in the article, “What the World Will Speak in 2115”, speculates that by the year 2115 English will become the language understood by most of the world. Additionally, as we travel in time, one hundred years from now, small languages that are spoken today will become extinct. Subsequently, the few languages that will survived, would have evolved into simplified versions making them much easier to learn. English is one of the languages that will withstand the test of time because of its strong presents in the world today. A universal language does not mean the demolition of the diversity of cultures that we observe today, it simply means that English will be a middle ground among the nations.

Language is oftentimes perceived as intrinsic to human nature which while true to an extent, ignores the way human behaviour today has affected our communication with one another. Since the end of the twentieth century, globalization changed the way people in the globalized countries are understood through language in ways that have both strengths and weaknesses. Languages have switched from being simply indicators of cultural background to being a commodity in the economic sphere. This reworking of the purpose of language has affected the growth of English worldwide and given it new ways to develop. Unfortunately, Standard English has largely become the focus of the international world at a cost for many people not born in English-speaking countries. Despite its shortcomings, globalization has provided different languages, and minority dialects, meaningful spaces in which they can develop their own worth. There are still important studies to be done into the effect of globalization on multilingualism and I propose doing multiple case studies to compare the progression of language in countries around the world. To start, it is important to looked at how that progression changed to begin with.

English is one of the languages which are used almost in all parts of the world. As an International language, English has become an important subject to be mastered by all of students in all countries, especially for Indonesian students, either for communicative purposes or for academic purposes. In Junior high school, English teaching expectedly helps students to develop their communicative competence both in spoken and written form. It is manifested in four language skills, such as listening, reading, speaking, and writing.

In the modern world, it is easier for people to interact across borders than ever before. Both social and economic activities are being shared due to the advanced technology between both English and non-English speaking nations. Due to their cultural differences, use of English creates a further need for learning intercultural communication.

English is actually amongst those languages that are widely spoken and it is considered amongst those languages that are rated as “International Language”. In many of the countries where English is not their national or mother language yet it is being spoken by the people of that country and even it is the most important language of the educational system of the country especially the developing countries. If we look at the history of English language then we have to move back to the 5thcentury AD, when the Britain was

The role of the teacher spans from both inside and outside the classroom. From its roots to it’s role in global environments as well as communications. Origins of English, role of English globally , and how it influences communication are all information that corresponds to the deeper understanding of the English language. With the understanding of the English language means a deeper understanding of both global affairs and history.

Language is important because it's one of the main ways to communicate and interact with other people around us. It keeps us in contact with other people. English language is an example for the importance of a language because it is the international language and has become the most important language to people in many parts of the world. It is most widely used in communicating around the world, Also it is spoken as the first language in many countries. English is playing a major role in many sections like education, medicine, engineering and business. There are many reasons that makes English is the most important language in the world.

     “In the world were over seven thousand languages have exisisted, one language had become dominate. This dominant language is English.” “In the majority of countries throughout the world speak English as their second or first language, no longer just America or England.” English has taken many forms, American English, the Queen’s English, Australian, Canadian English, and several others. Even American English has taken several types of English, Jersey English, East Coast English, West Coast English, Southern English, slang English, and Ebonics. All of these languages have major variants between them, but are all of them are still understood aboard. Without English the world couldn’t operate,

The English that is now used as an international language around the world . English is currently spoken by between 1500 and 2000 million people , in hundred of countries . Of the reasons for the spread of English in the world association drawing, and they relate to scientific and technical Communion, association with education and employment , And to what extent the impact of the spread of English in the world , English is the main language of world publishing, science and technology, conferencing , and computer storage as well as the language of international air traffic control. English is also the central language used for purposes of international communications, and international politics , business communications, and academic communities.