The document discusses the importance and prevalence of languages around the world. Some key points: - Over 6,500 languages are spoken worldwide, and more than 300 are spoken in London alone. 94% of the world speaks no English at all. - 1 in 5 UK companies are losing business due to language barriers. - Studying languages can increase job opportunities, boost brain power, and potentially increase earnings by up to 20%. It is also attractive to potential romantic partners. - After English, the most sought-after languages by employers are French and German. French is spoken on 5 continents and is an official language of many international organizations.