Why is learning Chinese so important?

Chinese language skills open up just over 1.3 billion people across China! Learning Mandarin gives you access to communicate with many people and connect on a deeper level, not just in Asia but across the world! Studies suggest that learning Chinese uses more parts of the brain than are required for other languages.

Is Chinese language hard to learn?

The Chinese language is often considered one of the world’s most difficult languages to learn, but this sentiment is a major oversimplification. Like any language, learning Chinese has its challenges. As a language learner, placing yourself in an ideal learning environment is key to learning Chinese.

What makes learning Chinese Mandarin difficult?

Mandarin Chinese is challenging for a number of reasons. Mandarin Chinese (the most common dialect) has four tones, so one word can be pronounced four different ways, and each pronunciation has a different meaning. For instance, the word ma can mean “mother,” “horse,” “rough” or “scold” — depending on how you say it.

Why is learning Chinese important?

As Mandarin language professionals, we can tell you that there are many reasons why learning Chinese is important. We use the language every day at Keats Language School in Kunming, China and our students bring their language skills back with them to their home countries.

What is foreign language learning and teaching?

Foreign language learning and teaching refer to the teach- ing or learning of a nonnative language outside of the envi- ronment where it is commonly spoken. A distinction is of- ten made between ‘foreign’ and ‘second’ language learning. A second language implies that the learner resides in an envi – ronment where the acquired language is spoken.

What part of the brain does it take to learn Chinese?

Studies have been done on this, which means learning Chinese takes intensive brainpower. English speakers use the left temporal lobe. Mandarin speakers use both! In addition to using both sides of your temporal lobe, bilingual people are said to be better at prioritizing and multitasking than monolingual people.

Why should I learn Mandarin?

Chinese cuisine is a joy to behold so the language will aquaint you with the types of food not found in our local Chinese Take Away. As well as the 10 reasons to learn Mandarin, it can actually be a lot of fun. We have some great Mandarin teachers here at Acdent dedicated to providing our students with a great learning experience.