本文探讨了在翻译技术日益发达的今天,学习第二语言仍然重要的原因,特别是语言学习带来的文化理解和认知益处。
Translation tech has improved a lot. So why learn a language? A lot of people around the world speak English. For those who don’t, AirPods offer live translation – and Google Translate can fill in gaps, too. So as English-speakers, why learn a second language?
Well, it’s hard – but translation can miss a lot of cultural understanding. Brittany is joined by Emily Kwong, co-host of NPR’s science podcast Short Wave, to explore why putting your brain through learning a new language offers surprising benefits and opportunities for connection.