English is a West Germanic language that originated in England and is now a global lingua franca. It is the most commonly spoken language worldwide, with the highest number of native and total speakers. English has spread around the world through British imperialism from the 17th to 20th centuries and the emergence of the United States as a superpower. It has become the dominant language of international discourse and is easier to learn than many other languages. Knowing English provides career opportunities and is required for attending foreign universities, while also allowing access to more of the internet and entertainment.

1. English language
and its importance
By: Amodh Pandey

2. language
Language is a primary source of communication . It is
a method through which we share our ideas and
thoughts with others.
there are more than thousand language . some are
spoken among millions while some language are
spoken by few thousand.

4. • English is a west Germanic language that was first
spoken in early medieval England and is now global
bridge language.
• It is an official language of almost 60 sovereign states.
• Most commonly spoken in USA, United Kingdom,
Australia ,Canada, Ireland, and New Zealand.
• It is the third most common native language in the
world.
Introduction

5. History
• The earliest forms of English was brought to
Great Britain by Anglo-Saxon settlers in the 5th
century.
• Middle English began in the late 11th century
with the Norman conquest of England. During
this period the language was influenced by
French.
• Early Modern English began in the late 15th
century with the introduction of the printing
press to london. It was start of the great vowel
shift.

7. English as a universal language
• Through the worldwide influence of the British empire
from 17th to mid-20th century, modern English spread
around the world.
• Also due to all types of printed and electronic
media,and spurred by emergence of the United States
as a global superpower, English has become the leading
language of international discourse.
• English is a easy language to learn compared to other
language due to which it has become the most
preferred second language.

8. PERCENTAGE OF ENGLISH SPEAKERS BY COUNTRY. 80–100% 60–
80% 40–60% 20–40% 0–20%

9. Importance of English
1. It opens new career opportunities
2. English tests(SAT, TOEFL, IELTS) are mandatory to
get enrolled in foreign universities.
3. English is the most used language in the internet
4. Learning English can make you smarter.
5 . English makes your life more entertaining.

10. THANK YOU