WHY SHOULD WE LEARN FOREIGN LANGUAGES?

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Published: Jul 5, 2023
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foreign languages, communication, job opportunities, cultural understanding, personal growth, travel, global citizenship, education, cognitive benefits, social connections.

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Odiljonova Madinabonu Rustam qizi
6TH grade pupil of school № 15 in Termez, Surkhandarya
Badalboyeva Latofat
school № 15 in Termez, Surkhandarya English language teacher

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Learning foreign languages offers numerous benefits that can enhance one's personal and professional life. Firstly, it improves communication skills, allowing individuals to connect with people from different cultures and backgrounds. This can lead to job opportunities in various fields, such as international business and diplomacy. Additionally, learning a foreign language promotes cultural understanding, which is essential in today's globalized world. It also helps individuals to grow personally by expanding their worldview and understanding of different perspectives. Furthermore, knowing a foreign language can facilitate travel and make the experience more enjoyable and immersive. Educationally, learning a foreign language has cognitive benefits such as improving memory and problem-solving skills. Lastly, it can foster social connections and promote global citizenship, encouraging individuals to be more open-minded and empathetic towards others. Overall, the benefits of learning a foreign language are numerous and can greatly enhance one's personal and professional life.

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Odiljonova Madinabonu Rustam qizi, & Badalboyeva Latofat. (2023). WHY SHOULD WE LEARN FOREIGN LANGUAGES?. Research Focus International Scientific Journal, 2(6), 142–143. Retrieved from https://refocus.uz/index.php/1/article/view/294
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Vol. 2 No. 6 (2023): Research Focus International Scientific Journal 2 (6)
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