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September 23, 2020

Bilingualism and its benefits

 

Would you like to know a little more about bilingualism? Do you know what it means and the benefits you can get? Scientifically, it means that an individual can use at least two languages.

The level of competence can change depending on the possibilities of using the two languages, sequentially or simultaneously with other speakers.

Of course, acquiring knowledge from an additional language does not always happen the same way, and that is when we can differentiate between two types of bilingualism:

  1. Sequential bilingualism, which occurs when a person had significant exposure to their first language and after that language is firmly established, is exposed to a foreign-language country.
  2. Simultaneous bilingualismis when the individual has been exposed to two languages simultaneously from birth. In this category, the exposure and use of both languages are the same.

The bilingual experience of an individual is unique, since the quality and quantity of exposure to both languages varies according to the context in which they develop.

 

Benefits of bilingualism

Several studies reveal that early exposure to multiple languages increases people’s communication skills and allows for greater mental flexibility when learning others.

Being bilingual includes delaying the onset of cognitive deficiencies, developing a better working memory, and increasing language control.

You begin to understand different cultures better and enjoy the convenience of using the right words to express exactly what you feel.

It is safe to say that bilingualism occurs in about half of the world’s population. That’s why linguists and researchers are fascinated with the ability of many people to speak several languages.

On the other hand, bilingualism provides more opportunities to find lucrative work, offers greater social mobility and also allows people from different countries to speak with each other.

Of course, being bilingual is essential if you plan to start a career as a translator and even just for personal growth. Are you encouraged to learn a new language from today?

 

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