Do you think I can find a job where I don't need to know more than one language?
Will I make it through life okay knowing only English?
2006-11-08 11:28:22 · 12 answers · asked by Cuddly Lez 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Yes, you can find a job knowing only English. The knowledge of additional languages will dramatically increase your ability to market yourself to the globalized economy. However, keep in mind that English is the most widely-spoken business language in the world. If your primary focus is English, I recommend you perfect your command of it in both spoken and written terms.
2006-11-08 11:38:56 · answer #1 · answered by David W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never had a hard time finding a job knowing only English. There are jobs that pay more for bilingual employees and someone is always looking to hire someone who can speak more than one language especially Spanish in the US.. but I don't think knowing only English will make you have a lesser quality of life than those who can speak different languages. Take Care.
2006-11-08 11:37:51 · answer #2 · answered by Kristin Pregnant with #4 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can find a job which you will only have to know one language. The best scenario would be one located in a non immigrant neighborhood where the people use and interact with English as a primary language. As the country becomes more diverse and as new comers especially from Latin America come in, it might be wise to learn another language, the best being Spanish. You can get by with knowing only English but by knowing additional languages, this will broaden your horizon.
2006-11-08 11:33:17 · answer #3 · answered by Professor Bradley 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learning spanish, or another language will make life easier for you, but I think you can make it knowing only english. Knowing a second language also may help you find a job making more money.
2006-11-08 11:32:14 · answer #4 · answered by Nc Jay 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
only if you stay in the USA or UK.
and don't go to college.
even there you need some foreign language.
most every other major country requires two or more languages from students in the grade schools.
and since we are a land of immigrants knowing two is smart and of course gives you more odds and options.
most business is now international so one language for you youngins just starting out will leave you with far less options for your futures.
2006-11-08 11:40:37 · answer #5 · answered by homelessinorangecounty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, but try to order lunch. Point is, it never hurts to be bilingual, especially in the future. I think eventually, Spanish is going to be like French in Canada (or English depending on your point of view).
2006-11-08 11:37:21 · answer #6 · answered by LINDA G 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can make it with just English, but learning another language does open up more jobe oppurtunities. In the Midwest we speak English and have the high EMPLOYMENT rates, that was for the guy who bashed the Midwest.
2006-11-08 11:33:56 · answer #7 · answered by just a girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plenty of people in the US, Canada, Australia, etc know only the one language, but it's good to know a couple of languages. You don't have to be fluent, but know a few basic words and those terms related to your profession. It will make you more competitive in the job market.
2006-11-08 11:37:55 · answer #8 · answered by turdl38 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Move to the Midwest. You can speak english all day with the unemployed.
2006-11-08 11:31:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a stupid question. If you live in the states, I'm sure you'll do just fine.......same as everyone else.....even tho its good to konw another language. I'm Bilingual.
2006-11-08 11:30:33 · answer #10 · answered by tingalex 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋