“Why should you learn Chinese?” is a question you may have asked yourself. It’s well-known that mastering Mandarin can open up business opportunities in China.
But the value of learning Mandarin Chinese extends far beyond economic advantages only. It offers a rich linguistic, cultural, and technological journey.
Experiencing a Living Ancient Language
The Great Wall is one of the Chinese inventions that has endured for centuries. Image Credit: hanqun Cai
Mandarin Chinese, along with its variants like Cantonese, Hakka, and Hokkien, is a language that covers 5000 years of history. Among the world’s three earliest formal writing systems – Sumerian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphs, and Chinese logographs – only the Chinese writing system remains in use today.
By learning Chinese, you’ll gain a deep understanding of five millennia of linguistic history, revealing insights into philosophy and sociology. Behind every character, expression, and idiom lies the unique thoughts and worldview of the Chinese society. The Chinese language truly reflects the essence of Chinese civilisation.
Building Bridges with a Global Community
Understanding Chinese is the first step to appreciating the rich Chinese culture. This language serves as a bridge, linking you and your culture to a community of over one billion people.
Artist impression of a possible future Chinese basis on Mars.
Unlocking a Technologically Advanced Future
China, an ancient civilization credited with inventions like paper, gunpowder, movable type, printing, and silk, continually demonstrates its capabilities. Their achievements include grand works such as the Great Wall and Grand Canal. As China rapidly closes the technological gap with the West, mastering Mandarin could place you at the forefront of this progress. Embracing the Chinese language could enable you to ride the tide of China’s technological advancements, benefiting both you and your community.
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