18/07/2023
Why do I want to learn a language???
It may seem like a simple question, but it’s important to consider your own motivation.
Motivation is an important factor in language learning because it can be the difference between learning and loving a language for the rest of your life, or quitting after you learn just a couple phrases.
There are several factors that might motivate you. For instance, you might be interested in learning a language for international travel, career development or just expanding your knowledge of the world. Another motivator might be your school’s language education requirements. However, if your main motivation for learning a language is that it’s required, finding a motivation deeper within yourself will better prepare you towards success.
Considering your motivation is also important for language selection. After all, if you want to learn a language to vacation along the Mediterranean coast, the Chinese definitely won’t fit the bill. Similarly, if you want to learn a language in order to increase your employability, widely spoken languages like Chinese will serve your purposes much better than less common languages like Basque.