Which language to learn, read below?

Question

I am starting on a four year plan for the next four years of school(im in 8th grade).
I have all the academic classes picked out, sorted through ect, but to graduate under the Distinguished Achievement Program, i need 3 years of foreign language at the minimum, and can't decide between the choices offered.My schedule if it would be of any use is below
AP=Advanced Placement
Honors is sort of like a step above regular and a little below advance placement

9th grade
1.) English I Honor
2.) Geometry(currently doing Algebra I)
3.) Biology Honor
4.) World Geography Honor
5.) Foreign Language of choice
6.) Fine Arts of choice
7.) Physical Education

10th grade
1.) English II AP
2.) Algebra II
3.) Chemistry AP
4.) World History AP
5.) Foreign Language
6.) Health
7.) Undecided

11th grade
1.) English III AP
2.) Pre-Calculus
3.) Physics AP
4.) U.S History Ap
5.) Foreign Language
6-7 Undecided

12th Grade
1.) English IV AP
2.) Calculus ):
3.) Forensic Science
4.) Govt./Econ AP
5.) Foreign Language
6-7 Undecided
These are not in any particular order, just listed.

The languages offered are as follows (I understand some are not really languages, still under same category though)

American Sign Language
Chinese
French
German
Latin
Spanish

My long term goal is to reside in Japan, which i have already been working out and started teaching myself Japanese but postponed due to other things. (I assure you I am serious about moving to Japan, and that this is not just a stupid little dream kids have, such as wanting to move there because of the anime and stuff. I respect the country of Japan, devoted hours of research, and appreciate the beauty and history the country offers.

Thank you to all who answer, it is greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

From the above languages you have provided I would suggest that you learn Chinese, French and Spanish. Learn Chinese because it is now the second largest economy and might overtake USA in another decade or so. Learn French and Spanish because they are spoken in parts of the world especially in Africa and South America respectively.



But if you intend on joining the Salvation Army or some charity of the sort then American Sign Language would be really useful in those rural areas for those who can't speak your language.

Answer 2

Research and choose the language you find the most interesting (Wikipedia can be a start). Chinese MIGHT (and I emphasize the word "might") be helpful in Japan, but I doubt it. I had four semesters of German in college, but that's been some time ago, and to be honest it's pretty rusty.



I taught myself Esperanto several years ago out of interest, and I went back and taught myself Greek about three years ago (my major in college was religion - the New Testament was written in Greek).

Answer 3

If you are going to Japan, I would learn Chinese, if not, spanish is the most common language out of those, and would be useful. If is similar to french and italian too, so you could learn those after if you need to.

Answer 4

The Sarah B version sounds WEIRD! I do think Spanish is a beautiful language! I think it is worth it for my son to learn Spanish although it will take a lot of effort. We are both willing to do our part.

Answer 5

"...I understand some are not really languages..."



All those you listed are languages. You just have to take whichever language you feel like taking. It's your decision, not ours, but I would suggest Chinese or Spanish. Those are widely spoken languages and could be very useful later on in your life. I also think American Sign Language is fascinating.

Answer 6

If you live in Japan, then China will be much nearer to you than Europe. If you learn some Chinese, you can easily and inexpensively visit there.

Answer 7

i think you should do tottaly do chinese. i mean its not the same as japaness but its close and it may help. im a anime person to and i have plans to visit or live in japan or china for a while :)

Answer 8

learn Chinese...

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Answer 9

All of the above '



you learn easy!