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    What is Language?

     Code of communication
     Language is medium of exchanging thoughts & feelings
     Language is symbolic system
     A language is a system of communication which consists of a set of
    sounds and written symbols which are used by people of a
    particular country or region for talking or writing.
     Language is primary source of communication. It’s the method
    through which we share our ideas and thoughts with others.
     Language is the source of communication. In other words, language
    is the factor of communication. With the help of language, we can
    converse with each other and be able to talk or dialogue easily and
    also is able to express our views and ideas. If we don’t have a
    language, we cannot convey our thoughts to the persons.
     In an olden time, there was no concept of language, at that time
    people used to communicate or converse with each other by the
    help of gestures and body language. As, human being developed
    themselves then many languages originated in throughout world.
    At present time many languages are spoken and understood in
    whole world.
     In briefly, we can define language, it is a tool of communication or
    conversation it is a factor of communication because we can
    communicate with the help of language.

    Types of Language
     Verbal Language (Oral)
     Non-Verbal Language (Written)
     Signed Language (Gesture)

    Language is further divided into two types.

    1. Developed Languages

    2. Undeveloped Languages

    Developed Languages such languages which have four skills i.e,


    reading, writing, speaking and listening. In other words, we can say
    languages, which we can read, write, speak and listen are called
    developed languages.

    Example: English, Sindhi, Urdu etc

    Undeveloped Languages: All regional & local languages are come


    into undeveloped languages. We can define undeveloped languages in
    such a way, those languages, which have two skills speaking and
    listening are called undeveloped languages. In other words such
    languages which we can only speak and listen are called undeveloped
    languages.

    Example: Dhatki, Marwari etc

    What is the importance of Language?

    Language is a vital part of human connection. Language allows us to


    share our ideas, thoughts and feelings with others. It has power to build
    societies.
    What is English?

     English is a language that started in Anglo-Saxon England.


     It is the language of England, widely used in many varieties
    throughout the world.
     Modern Language
     International/Global Language
     Official Language

    What is abbreviation of ENGLISH?

    OR

    ENGLISH Stands for:

     E-England
     N-Native
     G-General
     L-Language
     I-Irish
     S-Scottish
     H-Hales

    England Native General Language of Irish, Scottish & Hales

    Who is the father of English?

    Geoffrey Chaucer is known as the father of English. He was an English


    author, poet & philosopher.
    Why English is important in education?

    English is important for studies as it broadens their minds, develop


    emotional skills, improve the quality of life by providing job
    opportunities. Moreover, the use of English as an international language
    is growing with time because it is the only medium for communication in
    many countries.

    Remember

     English language is said to be one of the happiest language in the


    world.
     Now days English has been an important role in our daily life. It is
    the massive means of communication.
     English is a language which is not phonetics.
     Two most common words in English are “I” and “You”.
     English is most essential to the field of education.
     Al most 90% educational subjects are written in English.

    Reason to learn English

     It is essential to work
     It is the universal language
     It will open the door of new cultures
     You will travel comfortably
     It is most learned language

    Importance of English
     English language plays an essential role in lives as it helps in
    communication. It is the main language for studying any subject all
    over the world.
     People know the importance of it and this is why this language is
    taught as a basic language in every state.
     Speaking internationally, it would be really difficult to prosper in
    this world without knowing English.

    Why do we prefer to English?

    There are many reasons and causes that’s why we do prefer to English
    language as compare to other languages of the world. These causes or
    factors are given below.

     English is an international language, which is spoken and


    understands in throughout world. Whenever you go, you will have
    to need English language in every corner of the world.
     Whole powerful media related with English language i.e radio, TV,
    computer, internet and newspapers are come into media and their
    language is English language.
     English is an official language of many countries. Even official
    language of Pakistan is English.
     Powerful literature of the world is also in English. In other words
    we can say standards books of world are also in English language.

    English is the International Common Tongue


     There are several factors that make the English language essential
    to communication in our current time.
     First of all, it is the most common foreign language. This means that
    two people who come from different countries (for example, a
    Pakistani & an American). Usually use English as a common
    language to communicate. This is called Lingua Franca, that’s why
    everyone needs to learn the language in order to interact at
    international level.
     Speaking it will help you communicate with people from countries
    all over the world, not just English speaking ones.

    Composed & Compiled by: Sadam Sagar

    Army model school & college chachro

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