Learning English language is highly essential since it is a common and popular language used worldwide. In Singapore, English language serves as a bridge of communication among the different racial group and connects them.


From the article given, Beijing has implemented several means to improve the nations English language standard. A minimum of 60 percent of shop assistants, receptionists and hairdressers under 40 will be required to pass English tests by 2015, as will 80 percent of police officers. By applying these methods, shop assistants, police officers and receptionists will not face any communication barriers when interacting with tourists or foreigners.

Communicating in English has several benefits. Having the capability to communicate in English language plays a role when one enters the job sector in Singapore. In the job sector, English language is the foremost criteria to ensure your eligibility in the company. Over the years, English language has aid the commercial transactions around the globe. Speaking in English enables the different multi-ethnic groups to understand what they are conveying to each other.

Schools are emphasizing to students on the importance of English language. This can be illustrated in the education system. For example, for the O-level examination in secondary school, students gain admission to junior colleges or polytechnics based on L1R5 aggregate. English language is a compulsory subject that students must take. The grade that a student achieves for the English subject will be included and is a huge component in the L1R5 aggregate system. In schools, subjects like Science and Mathematics must be taught in English.

People are constantly catching up with English language. Extracted from an article, “Importance of English Language in India”, it states that the study of English assist in developing the country. Knowledge of the language is required in job tasks. Without English language, mechanics, technicians and engineers cannot progress. Communicating in English also applies to the leaders of India. Learning and understanding 10 to 15 different languages by heart is extremely impossible for them to achieve. A country depends on their leaders to lead the way. If the leaders themselves are incapable of communicating in a fluent manner, how will the nation survive?

We are living in the world of globalization. English language is a common language that we often use in our communication. English language should be cherished and continuous learning of the language should be encouraged.

julia.

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English is one of a well known language in the world. It is being used as an official
language in administration in the world now. More and more countries are now picking
up english so as to catch up with the modern world. Countries like China and Malaysia.
In Singapore, english is used as an official language in terms of adminstration and the
people here are speaking more english. This could be the fact that Singapore was once
under the British rule and that is the reason why Singapore has adapted the english
language. In a multi racial country like Singapore, english is the language that allows
all races to communicate together. To fail english language in the Ordinary Level
Examinations, candidates will suffer from getting into the next level in education.
Junior Colleges and most of the Polytechnic course requires at least a pass in english.
In these way, we can see that english is so vital and important in Singapore.

In a few years time, english may lose it's vital position of being world's official
language. That is due to China's continuous improvement in economy. When China take over
United States gain the big powers of the world, the whole world will be affected. In
this way, China will be using their own national language to communicate to the word,
In terms of economic uses, trade, and other uses. If this really happens, the whole
world might be considering learning another language, chinese. However we must be aware
that we are currently adapted to the english language for world's official language.
All of a sudden to adapt the chinese language, countries around the world may not keep
up with the pace. It is a good issue that the people of China are now learning Chinese.
China will be asking a minimum of 60 percent of shop assistants, receptionists and
hairdressers under 40, 80 percent of police officers and every civil servant under the
age of 40 with a bachelor's degree to learn english. In this way, they are keeping up
to the modern world.

My conclusion is that the world have been adapting to english language as the world's
official language, it is possible for the world to adapt another language but will not
be successful in a short timing. I believe if english were to be kept as official language
of the world, there will not be any problems in communication.

Overall, english is a very important language. Currently as the official language of the
world, we must continue to improve our english so as to better communicate with people
around the world.

Er Chin

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English Language has now inarguably achieved global status. Communication plays a vital role in today's global challenge, be it in business or personal affairs. English language serves as a key force in bridging barriers in communication which can make or break international relations and state of affairs. English can be the most beneficial decisions an individual can make to further a business career. It is exchanged in the worldwide in terms of the information.

Many citizens of foreign countries speak English as a second language. This helps to communicate with tourists, as well as during business meetings. In countries all over the world, English is often spoken fluently, or at least basically understood. Many countries across the world are fluent in English; the language has become the accepted standard of communication for tourists. Example: It will help not only to navigate a country, but also to hail a cab and find the way around an airport. Whenever we turn on the news to find out what's happening in East Asia, or Africa, or South America, or practically anywhere, local people are being interview and telling us about it in English.

"English is definitely a widely spoken language for 400 million people, and a fluent second language for between 300 and 500 million more individuals. Quoted from an article," Most of the world's influential newspapers do have English editions, and more than 90 percent of the major science magazines in the world are published in English. This means that through English Language everyone can read and understand what the newspapers article are about and have no obstacles over it. English is also used in most countries as an official or semi-official language. English language is the working of the Asian trade group ASEAN.

One of the more remarkable aspects of the spread of English around the world has been the extent to which schools have begin to focus on providing quality English instruction to students in primary, secondary school, and even colleges to prepare them to be globally competent. With this in mind, Asian countries should also take the grip in improving the linguistic skills of the students, first and foremost the English language. Mastery of various languages will prepare each and everyone to be globally competitive.

English has without a doubt become the global language.


JAS :D

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The English Language has seemingly gained importance in today's world. Based solely in Singapore, a multi-racial society comprising of 4 different races, communicating verbally using English has enabled the message to get across to the other party easily. To the majority of Singapore's generation, especially the teens and young adults, English can be considered as their First Language. However, Singapore was after all a British colony in the past. Hence, there were forefathers of Singapore who could speak English even before Singapore gained independence in 1965. Such a language has since been passed down to the descendants. External influences from the Western countries in the region aided the English language to be known, spoken and written by many across the world.

The spread of English languge is evident in many countries, including China. Previously, locals living in China spoke mainly the Chinese language. Through the years, there has been an increasing number of locals there who are learning to speak English. Schools in China also educate the students in terms of speaking basic English. Only so, will the future generations be bilingual, fluent in both the English and Chinese language. Besides China, the English language has also caught up with India and various Asian countries.

English is being recognised as a global language, whereby everyone, regardless of their nationalities, should be able to speak English as a form of communication. With everyone being able to speak and write English minimises commucation barriers, especially among countries. Thus, when addressing a group of foreign ambassadors or even simply others who are from different countries, it may be inconvenient to depend fully on translators. This slows down the whole speech which the person may be trying to get across. Plus, with the translator acting as a middleperson, parties at both ends may lose their patience while waiting to hear what the other has to say. Overall, a similar message has to be repeated twice, which may seem pointless and unnecessary.

Having knowledge about the English culture can be beneficial, both socially(people relations) and economically. Zooming deeper within, this starts from citizens themselves which then branches out to the whole country. With a common speaking language, English supports the people in fostering closer relationships with one another. This can be clearly portrayed when a country's citizens socialise with citizens from other countries, though the countries have their own specific language.
When trade discussions are held among ministers from various countries, English will be the best language to be communicated in. Also,  the English-educated may tend to be highly regarded and give the others a deeper and positive impression of one's capability.
Nowadays, many world-class events are organised and held in countries. Listing down a few chronologically: 2008 Olympic Games hosted by Beijing, 2009 Formula 1 racing in Singapore, 2010 Youth Olympic Games in Singapore and the most recent, 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. People from all around the world would specially fly into the country just to catch the event LIVE. They harbour high expectations of the country's citizens, including service standards and environmental cleanliness. Once a particular country is chosen to host the event, it generates a lot of revenue for the country. In the case of China, she needs to welcome visitors into her country. How would it be possible if China's citizens speak only Chinese? As a result, the residents had to brush up on their English language, which can be seen as an added advantage for the future. Morever, investments in a country regardless of whether it is from an individual or another country also depend on communication between both parties. Essentially, smooth talks rely on both the content and language spoken in. Both parties should feel comfortable while negotiating (terms have to be met), in order to achieve a successful result.

Quoted from an article "Most of world's influential newspapers do have English editions, and more than 90 percent of the major science magazines in the world are published in English." What does this show about the English language? In most countries, the English language has an upperhand compared to other languages. Westerners and Asians are able to work well together if they can speak a common language, English. With reading materials published in English, this caters to and benefits the English-educated. Thus, English has been extended through both verbally and written usage.

The vast English language, with differing synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, how confusing can it get? Of course, learning to master the lauguage can be a feat in the beginning. With determination and patience, one is sure to succeed. As the English language currently dominates over the other languages, it is definitely a winning advantage to learn this language.

-Pearlyn :D-

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