Why Learn Spanish?

Answer 1

Spanish is the third most common language used in the world, after English and Mandarin.

Some high school and college students take Spanish classes because it is required by their school, but there are so many more reasons than that!

1. When you learn Spanish, you are learning a new skill that will set you apart from other job candidates.
2. You learn more about your own language (comparing and contrasting, and Latin stems).
3. You open your world to endless cultural opportunities involving travel, relationships, volunteering, etc.
4. It is proven that the brain power used to for second language acquisition improves thinking skills and helps your brain perform more effectively.
5. It is fun!

So the real question is why NOT learn Spanish?