Will USA become bilingual country?

Question

I believe it is a natural progression (evolution). Nothing ever remains the same. We cannot stop the change of times.

Answer 1

Would you want that?

One language unites two divide in a nation--History


Hey you kid is under your car---oops guess they didn't understand

Answer 2

The USA will not ever officially become a bilingual country. Congress just passed in the latest immigration package a measure that makes English the official language of the United States. It has been signed into law. Because of this factor, all official government documents have to be printed in English. English has to be spoken as a function of all official government actions and so forth.
There is even a joke about this going around-A person who speaks several languages is multi-lingual, a person who speaks 3 is tri-lingual, a person who speaks 2 is bi-lingual and a person that only speaks one language is an American.
Now unofficially it is another matter. The 2 most prevelent languages spoken in the United States is English and Spanish (in that order). Following this is a polygot of German, French, Oriental tounges and so forth. We have a good chance of developing into a nation that speaks primarily 2 languages-English and Spanish.

Answer 3

Nefarious x, most Universities require 4 levels of a foreign language and additional foreign language courses in the general college; more, they recommend languages in which large bodies of scientific and literary works are written, such as German and French.

The US has one official language, although many publications and recordings are offered in Spanish. Common examples are Department of Labor posters in workplaces.

Also noticeable are other bilingual postings in workplaces, like state sanitation practice notices.

However, in terms of natural progression, it is more likely that English will be adopted by immigrants and their children. The past is filled with immigrations, and the pattern has been the same -- children learn English in school and by growing up in an English speaking country.

Answer 4

I think being bilingual nation is great. Sweden, which has a true democracy and is very progressive uses three languages. Why are people so bent on English only? I thought it was good to speak several languages....

Answer 5

I don't mind hearing native tongues on the streets, etc. I do mind the theory that we should educate them in their native tongues. This is the melting pot and English is the standard. Assimilation is key to our success. Ask France and England how they feel about the recent happenings with Muslims who refuse to become "French" or "English" patriots. It creates issues - i.e., bombings and riots.

Although this is not totally about Hispanic immigrants, it is a great example right now of what NOT to do. We have started an ugly precedent with them by providing Spanish speaking classes in public schools. It really hurts them as well as us. English is the language of business and success here and around the world. How do we serve them best (and ourselves) if we don't require them to speak the language that can provide them with the most success in the long run?

Just a thought....

Answer 6

Well,

The funny thing is the Best Universities of the country require four years of foreing lanuage.

Anything less than four and it is required as freshman.

Highschools offer forieng language and often is requirement for graduation.

Being bilingual is something that is valued in higher learning and as the culture resist....... it more and more will become only for the educated.....

the uneducated will remain bigoted and angry.

Answer 7

We have an official language it is American English and has been taught in our schools for years. However, people are now trying to change it to fit everyone else's language.

If you can't speak or read American English, may I suggest getting an interpreter or at least a good multi-lingual dictionary. You are in America. Speak the language or go home.

Answer 8

I think were a multi-lingual country...I love hearing other people speak their native language when Im in the store or at work or on TV...its so fascinating...to say that the people of this country should JUST speak English is really ignorant....

Answer 9

Unfortunately, we are currently a multilingual nation. We do not have an official language. Most government documents are printed in whatever language is spoken by a decent number of people in the district in question.

Answer 10

I thought it already was. Haven't you noticed the signs in businesses saying that they speak Spanish? Or seen the direction/warranty manuals with 3 or 4 languages?
ESL, or "English as a second language", is now taught in every school. That said "as a SECOND language", not :"FIRST".

Answer 11

In Texas it already is, the question is will Mexico become bilingual and the answer is Hell No.