国际语言-英语

• English is widely used around the world
• It is becoming a global second language
• It is the dominant language of technology, science and international business
• International business meetings are regularly held in English
• The most important textbooks and journals are published in English
• The ability to speak English is a necessary skill in the modern world

英语作为国际语言的弊端

• If one language is dominant, other languages may disappear
• The dominant language brings its own culture
• American culture has become popular around the world
• Other cultures may be damaged
• As an alternative to English, a new global language could be invented
• It would have no nationality or culture attached to it
• This could help to promote international peace and understanding
• Esperanto is an example of a language that was invented with this aim