which is actually tougher to learn and which is more useful? i feel like learning both but its too expensive so i can only choose one :( its so hard to decide..
2006-12-07 00:16:01 · 9 answers · asked by Claire 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Neither. You should learn chinese.
2006-12-07 13:16:57 · answer #1 · answered by Tan D 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Which do you think you would use more? Choose that one. I would think Japanese would be more useful, considering it covers a larger range. I would think Korean is more difficult, because I'm studying Japanese and it is a relatively simple-to-learn language.
2006-12-07 08:20:11 · answer #2 · answered by Maitreya 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For an absolute beginner they would be equally difficult, so as you don't have a preference for personal reasons, and presumably you don't have a preference for future job qualification reasons, I suggest that you look around and see what classes are available in your area.
THAT is the next most important thing - and if there aren't any classes available you will have to see which language has the best selection of teach-yourself books + CDs, or web-sites with audio available, as well as the written lessons.......... that would probably end up being Japanese.
2006-12-07 19:16:33 · answer #3 · answered by _ 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you're technologically inclined or a gamer or someone who is into anime/manga, then Japanese is your best bet.
Aside from that, look at your local Asian community. It'd make more sense to learn the language that seems more prevalent. Otherwise, why learn a language you cant use?
2006-12-07 08:18:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Korean. Japanese is overrated.
2006-12-07 09:58:39 · answer #5 · answered by calvin o 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Korean is harder...I think you would use Japanese a lot more
2006-12-07 08:46:06 · answer #6 · answered by kokoro_no_ureshii 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely take Japanese; more useful in this global economy of ours.
2006-12-07 08:24:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Korean: less people know it, so you'll have a competitive advantage!
2006-12-07 08:50:38 · answer #8 · answered by Inno 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
japanese!!!!! more useful!!! if ur in japan + i think its more interesting
2006-12-07 08:18:50 · answer #9 · answered by angie w 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋