Writing task 2
Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
In modern world a number of languages die out every year due to fast forward process of globalization. Some people support the idea of using just a few common languages as it helps mitigate communication barriers between different countries and simplifies economic integration. However, I firmly believe that massive language extinction should be prevented as linguistic diversity has various positive aspects that cannot be ignored.
To begin with, language represents an essential part of oral culture. Many endangered languages boast rich oral culture with songs, stories and history passed onto younger generations without existing in written form. If the language to become extinct the entire culture is lost. Thus to be able to enjoy different art forms, it is important to preserve the languages.
As well as defining a culture, language can be a statement of nation’s identity and sovereignty. By speaking their own language ethnical groups achieve a sense of historical justice over the more dominant nation and improve morals. There are many examples of linguistic revival throughout the world, from de-anglicizing in independent Ireland to resurgence of Hebrew in everyday life in new Israeli state. Therefore by protecting the heritage language, countries can fight the suppression of more dominant ones.
At last existing of different phonological contrasts, morphology can be widely applied to protect countries during conflicts. For instance, a rare indigenous Navaho dialect was used by US radio operators in the Second World War and the Japanese forces could not decipher. In other words, knowledge of a less common language can be sometimes a vital strategic advantage.
Conclusively, despite possible socio-economic benefits of using only major language groups, revitalizing linguistic variety provides us with a sense of identity, security and a beauty of numerous art forms.
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