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Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Living in a country where one must communicate in a foreign
language
 can give rise to significant social and practical challenges. I strongly agree with
this
 statement and will elaborate on the subject in the following essay. Undoubtedly, the
language
 barrier poses stress to individuals who find themselves immersed in a completely different culture from the one they grew up in. The lack of fluency in the foreign
language
 leads to hesitancy in interacting with locals, resulting in isolation within the new environment. Numerous studies indicate that during their transition period in a new environment, people are more prone to depression and feelings of loneliness.
Moreover
, the reluctance to actively engage in a new
language
 inhibits the opportunity to practice and master it.
This
 can lead to inconveniences in daily activities
such
 as grocery shopping or ordering at a restaurant.
Similarly
, the inability to effectively communicate ideas can hinder professional progress. Difficulties in establishing positive relationships with colleagues can thwart opportunities for promotion, regardless of an individual's competence.
Consequently
, individuals may experience self-doubt and a lack of confidence.
Furthermore
, the lack of
language
 fluency sometimes discourages working professionals from networking within their own industry,
thus
 causing them to miss out on better career prospects.
Additionally
, many job advertisements today prioritize bilingual candidates, thereby excluding those who are unable to speak a second
language
. In conclusion, the inability to speak the local
language
 in a foreign country presents challenges in both daily life and professional endeavours.
However
, I believe
this
 issue can be addressed and improved over time by continuously practising
language
 fluency and accuracy.
Submitted by myothwekhine on

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • linguistic proficiency
  • cross-cultural communication
  • miscommunication
  • social integration
  • linguistic alienation
  • cultural dissonance
  • language acquisition
  • communication breakdown
  • interpreter services
  • language courses
  • bilingualism
  • multilingualism
  • language barrier
  • effective communication
  • cultural assimilation
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