ENGLISH AS A MEANS OF INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION

Abstract

The article deals with communication as an essential means of social existence. Different ways of communication are considered, with the emphasis made on the language as the main means of communication. A brief overview and examples of artificial languages are provided. The article defines the concepts of international and state languages. Reasons and substantiation for the necessity to learn foreign languages are also given herein. The incentives include broadening of one’s horizons, favorable impact on the development of cognitive capabilities, improvement of memory functions, support in work, access to the newest sources of information, help with travel arrangements, all of which help to achieve the desired results, to boost one’s self-esteem and to take greater enjoyment in life and work. Foreign language skills are one of the key points to get an interesting job at home and overseas. English is clearly the most popular language nowadays. The article includes examples of professions where one cannot do without the English language. Sociological research data are provided supporting the necessity of and attitude to learning foreign languages in Russia.