Most Asian countries have more than one language. Singapore has four official languages: English, Chinese Mandarin, Tamil and Malay. So it is not uncommon for Singaporeans to speak in two or more languages. It is even encouraged to enrol in SkillsFuture language courses for skills improvement.
Here are the benefits of being multilingual:
- Career opportunities
Being fluent in two or more languages, especially English and Chinese, is an advantage when looking for career opportunities. Many global companies look for people with a command of these two languages.
It is also why many enrol in English or a Chinese course in Singapore.
- Diversity
Multilingual people are more adept culturally. They can understand the Western and Oriental culture, tradition, behaviour, and perspective.
It results in multilingual people being good communicators for both cultures, which they can apply to their careers and personal relationships.
SkillsFuture in Chinese is a way to improve your Mandarin in Singapore.
- Increases the ability to learn more languages
Once you have mastered your second language, it will be easier to learn your third, fourth, and fifth language. It is because you have already developed your skills in learning and adapting to a new language, and you apply these skills when studying a new one.
- Develop multitasking skills
Multilingual people are known as great multitaskers. Because of the need to switch languages, multilingual people develop the skills of dealing with two or more tasks whilst focusing on one.
If you want to improve your multitasking skills, enrol in a SkillsFuture mandarin course.
- Delays Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Learning two or more languages is a way to exercise the brain. When you exercise the brain, its degeneration slows down. Therefore, it delays the onset of memory problems, such as Alzheimer's Disease and dementia.
Isn't it shocking to learn that being multilingual has tons of benefits? Start learning your second language by enrolling in a SkillsFuture mandarin course.
Are you looking for SkillsFuture language courses? Visit Stanford Language Centre today.
