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5 Reasons Polish Should Be Your Next Language

A West Slavic language is becoming increasingly vital.

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5 Reasons Polish Should Be Your Next Language
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Study a foreign language? There are so many wonderful languages out there, and so many important ones as well. One language increasingly comes up for me, but it is not widely taught. That is Polish. As an American studying international relations, I frequently have to deal with Eastern European and Central European affairs. Besides German and Russian (both wonderful and beautiful languages!) Polish is getting more and more used. These are some reasons to study it.

1. The language of Films!

This may seem like an odd reason to study a language. But I noticed Polish films are very interesting and rich. I love the raw emotion portrayed on the Polish cinema- especially in Wajda’s works. Watching films and movies in another language opens your eyes to a new culture and new art forms.

2. It sounds cool


Polish has a very bouncy and passionate sound. It is unique enough to set you apart on a resume, and still has a bunch of vocabulary in common with other Slavic languages. The pronunciation is pretty easy once you learn the rules. The grammar is trickier, but it is a good challenge. You also will have more of a chance to enjoy Polish music and the beat.

3. Alliances

The US is a member of NATO. Poland is a member of both NATO and the EU. They are playing an increasingly active role on the world stage. They are also becoming an attractive country for foreign businesses, as well as American ex-pats moving abroad to teach English.

As they are increasing their involvement on the world stage- except more communication with Polish people and culture. You may find yourself going to Warsaw on a business trip in the next few years, it's going to be great to speak some Polish!

4. It's Different

And you will feel super cool for knowing it!
It will set you apart in the job market. I’m not discouraging anybody from learning the common languages like French and Spanish. I speak French and love the language. But with knowing a less-taught language alongside the commonly taught languages it will set you apart in a competitive world and may get you a couple interviews.

5. Polish History and Literature

Poland has a long rich history and some very interesting works of literature and poetry. From being a large empire in the Middle Ages, Kosciuszko (look him up! very cool person!), Emila Plater (female Polish warrior), the largest resistance in World War II, and Solidarnosc.

Learning Polish will enable you to read the originals in the original language. This will strengthen your knowledge of Polish culture, and give you a deeper knowledge of Poland and the surrounding countries.

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