Иностранный язык- окно в чужую культуру

А foreign language is a window into a foreign culture.

Why do we learn foreign languages? This is a serious question. On the one hand, it is useful; on the other hand, it is popular. Today, the idea of foreign language learning is very topical. In my opinion, it is also necessary.

Our young generation lives in the world of scientific and technical progress. Each of us has a mobile phone and the network. Our information society shapes our whole lives. Today, foreign language learning is also a part of our lives.

I am learning English from the 2nd grade. Of course, this is not easy, but English is my favorite subject. A foreign language lesson is a crossroads of cultures. Every new word is a piece of the puzzle, which I eagerly collect and put into one picture of my knowledge of the language and culture.

We see and evaluate the world through the prism of our culture. I enjoy learning new words, translating texts, poems and songs, speaking on different topics, getting to know the country and people. Moreover, I have a pen friend from London. His name is Bob. We have been communicating since 2017. In addition, the main thing I have realized is “When in Rome do as romans do”. Communicating with foreigners, you should not forget about the dissimilarity of cultures. In addition to the language, you need to have an idea about the culture of the country with which you communicate. The mentality of a person plays a role in reading newspapers, reading books, watching movies and plays, as well as in communicating with people.

Every foreign language is a window into a different culture. For me it is interesting to learn something new. English lessons are a good opportunity to get acquainted with customs, culture and traditions of English- speaking cultures. Of course, we only make a virtual trip through Great Britain, but it makes me a deep, wide impression.

English literature, music, art, painting are known throughout the world. Who does not know William Shakespeare, William Hogarth ,  Robert Burns and many other English famous. The knowledge of English culture enriches our lives.