Being fluent in a second language offers many benefits and opportunities for all ages; but learning a new language takes time and dedication. It is not that it is necessarily a difficult task; it is merely understanding that language skills are a habit that can be developed through discipline and practice. Did you know that there are approximately 7000 languages in the world today? Let's have a quick look at the distribution of world languages by area and origin.
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The National Centre for Languages (Cilt) has spoken out to urge the government to put language tuition at the top of the agenda.
According to Cilt, French, ... Read More »
It's long been established that 'immersing' yourself in a language is one of the best ways to learn. However, not everybody can jet off and live in their chosen country for a few months. There are various language-learning packages available which claim to simulate this immersion - the most notable of which is Rosetta Stone - but there is another way to experience it: by watching films in the language.
This was my experience. I'd learnt French to AS level at school, but hadn't used it... Read More »
Whatever your reason for learning a new language may be, it is obvious that enhanced opportunities may arise both in your business, travel and personal life. Perhaps you are thinking of retiring to another country or you would like to make foreign online acquaintances. The beauty of speaking a second language is about communication, interaction and being human!
Although the ... Read More »
I used to fear French at school. I could never get to grips with it. English GCSE, Maths A-level, - no problem. But for some unknown reason I always struggled with languages, and French ... Read More »
From September 2014 languages will become a compulsory subject within the national curriculum for primary age school children in Britain.
Schools will have a certain amount of freedom to chose the language they intend to teach. At present there are 7 on the list to chose from. These include both modern and classical languages - French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, Latin and Ancient Greek.
It remains to be seen whether schools and teachers are sufficiently geared up to t... Read More »
For years French has been the most popular foreign language taught in schools. French tutors have also proved exceptionally popular, and not just amongst the school-age population. Older people looking to work or retire abroad are also keen to employ a tutor.
France is our nearest truly foreign neighbour and in times past the two countries' languages were hea... Read More »
First Tutors has today released a new website catering to customers seeking language lessons. So, whether you're learning Arabic or Mandarin to name but a couple, this is a great place to look.
We've launched this site following user feedback that it can be difficult to find teachers giving lessons in languages beyond the boundaries of the school curriculum, whether for personal or professional purposes. We'd appreciate your ... Read More »
Mandarin is the national language of China and Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world. By learning Mandarin you will be able to speak with more people than any other language- including English.
Mandarin is comparatively spoken by fewer non-Chinese than most European languages spoken by non-natives of their respective countries. That means there is a greater demand ... Read More »
Did you know that there are around 500 million Spanish speakers around the world? Spanish is one of the most important languages today and in fact there are nearly as many speakers of Spanish as a first language in the United States are there are speakers of English as a first language.
This means that Spanish has an important role to play in most of our lives. We may do business with speakers of the l... Read More »