LANGUAGE:

A language is a systematic means of communication by the use of sounds or

conventional symbols. It is the code we all use to express ourselves and communicate to
others. It is a communication by word of mouth. It is the mental faculty or power of vocal
communication. It is a system for communicating ideas and feelings using sounds,
gestures, signs or marks. Any means of communicating ideas, specifically, human
speech, the expression of ideas by the voice and sounds articulated by the organs of the
throat and mouth is a language. This is a system for communication. A language is the
written and spoken methods of combining words to create meaning used by a particular
group of people.

Language, so far as we know, is something specific to humans, that is to say it is the

basic capacity that distinguishes humans from all other living beings. Language therefore
remains potentially a communicative medium capable of expressing ideas and concepts
as well as moods, feelings and attitudes.

A set of linguists who based their assumptions of language on psychology made claims
that language is nothing but ‘habit formation’. According to them, language is learnt
through use, through practice. In their view, ‘the more one is exposed to the use of
language, the better one learns’.

Written languages use symbols (characters) to build words. The entire set of words is the
language’s vocabulary. The ways in which the words can be meaningfully combined is
defined by the language’s syntax and grammar. The actual meaning of words and
combinations of words is defined by the language’s semantics.

The latest and the most advanced discoveries and inventions in science and technology
are being made in the universities located in the United States of America where English
language is the means of scientific discourse.

The historical circumstances of India (having been ruled by the British for over two
centuries) have given the Indians an easy access to mastering English language, and
innumerable opportunities for advancement in the field of science and technology. Many
Indians have become so skilled in English language and have won many international
awards for creative and comparative literatures during the last few years.

English language comes to our aid in our commercial transactions throughout the globe.
English is the language of the latest business management in the world and Indian
proficiency in English has brought laurels to many Indian business managers. English is a
means not only for international commerce; it has become increasingly essential for inter-
state commerce and communication.
English language is one tool to establish our viewpoint. We can learn from others
experience. We can check the theories of foreigners against our experience. We can reject
the untenable and accept the tenable. We can also propagate our theories among the
international audience and readers.

We can make use of English to promote our worldview and spiritual heritage throughout
the globe. Swami Vivekananda established the greatness of Indian view of religion at the
world conference of religions in Chicago in 1893. He addressed the gathering in
impressive English. Many spiritual gurus have since converted thousands of English
people to our spirituality by expressing their thought and ideas in masterful English.
English has thus become an effective means of promoting Indian view of life, and
strengthening our cultural identity in the world.

Generally, Standard English today does not depend on accent but rather on shared
educational experience, mainly of the printed language. Present-day English is an
immensely varied language, having absorbed material from many other tongues. It is
spoken by more than 300 million native speakers, and between 400 and 800 million
foreign users. It is the official language of air transport and shipping; the leading
language of science, technology, computers, and commerce; and a major medium of
education, publishing, and international negotiation. For this reason, scholars frequently
refer to its latest phase as World English.

IMPORTANCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Language is obviously a vital tool. Not only is it a means of communicating thoughts and ideas, but it forges
friendships, cultural ties, and economic relationships. Language shapes thoughts and emotions, determining one’s
perception of reality.
Language, of course, is knowledge, and in our world today knowledge is one of the key factors in competitiveness.
Brains and knowledge are what create the prosperity and growth we tend to take for granted. In an advanced industrial
society in an increasingly interdependent world, the knowledge of other languages becomes indispensable. For the last
few years, millions of people across the world, who share common interests, are able to communicate with each other
and exchange ideas. Not only are they able to do this due to the various technological advances, but also because they
share a common language.

For the linguist Edward Sapir, Language is not only a vehicle for the expression of thoughts, perceptions,
sentiments, and values characteristic of a community; it also represents a fundamental expression of social
identity.

Because English is so widely spoken, it has often been referred to as a "global language", the lingua franca of the
modern era. While English is not an official language in many countries, it is currently the language most often taught
as a second language around the world. It is also, by international treaty, the official language for aircraft/airport and
maritime communication, as well as being one of the official languages of both the European Union and the United
Nations, and of most international athletic organizations, including the Olympic Committee. Books, magazines, and
newspapers written in English are available in many countries around the world. English is also the most commonly
used language in the sciences. In 1997, the Science Citation Index reported that 95 of its articles were written in
English, even though only half of them came from authors in English-speaking countries.
English is currently one of the most widely spoken and written languages worldwide, with some 380 million native
speakers. English is the dominant international language in communications, science, business, aviation, entertainment,
diplomacy and the internet. 75 of the worlds letters and postcards are written in English. Almost all international
conferences and competitions are conducted in English. English is not only the most useful language in the world; it is
also one of the easiest languages to learn and to use.
As we enter a new century and millennium, we must all inspire to continue to make this country strong and
competitive, by nurturing and providing to the younger generations, the tools to succeed.
John Stuart Mill said, "Language is the light of the mind."

Importance of English in International Business:

While English is not the most widely spoken language in the world when you look at it in
terms of the number of native speakers, it is the world's most prominent language. While
a larger number of people speak Chinese, that language is largely confined to China.
English on the other hand, is spoken around the world. It has been estimated that out of
the roughly 6 billion people that are alive today about 350 million speak English. When
you look at the importance of English for International Business, you must look at more
than just the number of people who speak it. You must also look at what the language is
used for.

English is the ideal language for many governments around the world, and it is also
prominent in business, education, world news, and communication. In addition to this,
Western pop culture is also carried to foreign countries in the form of music or movies. If
you wish to be successful in International business, learning English is incredibly
important. In many places such as Asia, Africa, and South America, the ability to learn
English will determine who will increase their living standards, and who will remain in
poverty. There are a number of powerful tools that have allowed more people to learn
English than ever before. One of these tools is the Internet.

The Power of the Internet in Spreading English:

Before the Internet, it was hard for you to learn English if you didn't attend a college or
university. These were the only institutions where the language was widely spoken. If
you lived in a community so poor that it didn't have a college or university, your chances
of ever learning English were remote. While many people still live in these circumstances
today, the Internet has allowed the English language to spread around the word. Because
the Internet was invented in the West, English was inherently built into it. Because
Internet usage has expanded throughout the world, more people are being exposed to
English.

The advent of online universities has now made it possible for more people to learn
English, people who may live in countries where access to standard education facilities is
limited. While it may have been impossible for these people to learn English in the past,
the Internet has opened up new career opportunities. These people are now able to learn
English, and they can use their English skills to get better paying jobs at home, or they
can use them to find jobs overseas. In any event, the Internet has played a powerful role
in allowing English to spread across the world, and the number of people learning it is
likely to increase in the future.

The Importance of English for Business:

Many companies have discovered early in the 21st century that they can cut their costs of
production by sending their jobs overseas. The proper term for this is outsourcing, or off
shoring. Some companies have also found that they can cut costs by bringing immigrants
into the country on work visas. The employees will work for the company for a given
period of time, and once their visa has expired, they can return home. For someone living
in a country where English is not the native language, they will need to master this
language if they wish to travel to the United States to find a high paying job.

While many people in English speaking countries complain about the impact of
outsourcing, it presents lucrative opportunities for people living in foreign countries.
Learning how to speak English can allow you to travel to a Western country, work there
for a few months, make more money than you would make at home, and then bring the
money back home to your family. This is a practice that many people use, and it is factors
such as outsourcing which have allowed them to do it. As you can see, learning how to
speak English opened up a large number of doors, doors that would normally be closed.

Conclusion:
In many countries where English is not the native language, you are considered highly
educated if you can speak the language properly. You will be presented with a number of
career opportunities, and you will have the option of staying home to work, or you could
travel abroad. When you learn how to speak English, the opportunities are limitless. No
one denies the importance of English language in the present time as global language. It is clear that the English
language has become more dominant around the world. In some countries it use as the mother tongue and ,other
countries learn it as second language in their schools. This is make English widespread. In addition, many
reasons which contributed to rising of English spreading . for example, use it for communication between people
around the world, as well as, it is language of modern times. On other hand , English is the language of science
and technology.

There is no doubt that, the English is language of communication between the people with different cultures . It
is also the language of computers that help to communicate with the people around the world through Internet
technology and e-mail. People who know English can deal with the Internet, which is regard information and
communications revolution .

Also one of reasons that contributed to the spread of English that, it is the language of the modern era. Where the
people are use it in various field of life such as, economy, e-commerce, medicine and aviation. In addition ,it is
the language which use in the tourism and travel. This reasons motive the people to learn English .

One of the main reasons why the English is dominant in the present time, use it in the field of education by
universities and institutes and, they use it in scientific research . It has become an addendum to the mastery of
scientific individual stock. On the other hand, the English is an important requirement in most government jobs
and private.

It is quite clear that English has become an necessity today. We need it in different fields of life . The English
language has become easier to learn more than ever before with the availability of many sources to help people
learn very easily. Such as the Internet, books and educational institutes which spread around the world.