Name: 4 reasons to learn a new language
Uploaded: 2016-10-07T18:54:52Z
Duration: 9 min 51 s
Description: English is fast becoming the world's universal language, and instant translation technology is improving every year. So why bother learning a foreign language? Linguist and Columbia professor John McWhorter shares four alluring benefits of learning an unfamiliar tongue.

English is fast becoming the world's universal language, and instant translation technology is improving every year. So why bother learning a foreign language? Linguist and Columbia professor John McWhorter shares four alluring benefits of learning an unfamiliar tongue.

John McWhorter: 4 reasons to learn a new language

4 reasons to learn a new language

The joy of language learning lies in the nuances: Arabic’s consonantal ballet, Chinese’s invigorating syntax, Cambodian’s rich vowels.

Exploring a new language enriches cultural immersion, enhancing deeper understanding and participation in diverse communities.

Bilingualism not only delays dementia but also improves multitasking skills, offering significant long-term cognitive benefits.