This position holds that English will remain the world's international language rather than yield to Mandarin. It argues English is entrenched in global business, science, technology and pop culture, is comparatively easy and politically neutral, and that Mandarin is too hard to displace it.
Supporting arguments · 5
- It is more beneficial to learn English than MandarinEnglish communication is a common denominator in international businesses and political entities such as the United Nations (UN). Continuing in a language that is already so widely spoken will ensure that businesses and political entities continue running smoothly.
- Mandarin is too difficultMandarin's writing system, with its 20,000+ characters in a modern dictionary, is too complex to achieve a widely used lingua franca status around the globe. In contrast, English is much easier.
- English is the language of business, science, and techMost of the world's information on the Internet and scientific knowledge are in written English. Growth, innovation, and international affairs will continue to rely on science and technology—much of which are recorded and discussed in English.
- English is politically neutralThe English language is not associated with a single country, while Mandarin is associated with China. Many also say the English language itself is more egalitarian and accessible than Mandarin.
- US pop culture is globally prevalentAs long as Hollywood and U.S. pop culture remains prevalent throughout the world, English will still be an influential language.