Learning languages: pros and cons There are many people who want to learn a new language. Humans need to socialize with people who live in other countries. My father and my mother had French classes when they went to school. In my case, I've studied English since I was a child, although I really wanted to learn English, three years ago, when I started to study English at the language school. Anyway, learning a new language has some advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, if you start to learn a new language, you will make a lot of friends. You need to practice your language, so you need to speak with anybody who wants to practice with you. I can say, I have personal experience in this. I have a friend from French who live in Getafe, and he can speak English, French, and German. I have another friend who lives in Parla, and he can speak English because he lived in the USA, although he is from China. And my fiancée, she can speak English and French as well. It's very funny. Besides, you can improve your job. There are many jobs that look for workers who can speak other languages. They need to communicate in other languages with customers. In my poor English, I've had to communicate with Apple technician in English by mail. So, I've chosen this language because it's important for my job. On the other hand, learning a foreign language can be expensive, especially if you pay for private tutoring. There some people who prefer hiring a tutor, so they can learn more quickly than other people who prefer reading books or computer programs. Moreover, learning a new language is a challenge. Many languages have a different system of grammar, alphabet, and sounds. You need to be persistent, hard-working, have time and interest. In conclusion, if you want to learn a new language you should know that it isn't simple, but it can be funny.