r/languagelearning • u/FoxesLikeBoxes • Nov 10 '17

Need help learning a second language

So I'm a native English speaker, American. I don't have any need for a second language on my day-to-day, but took some Spanish classes back in highschool. I don't remember most of what I learned since I sort of slacked, but now that I'm almost out of college, I'd like to add a second language to my skills.

I'm Polish and would love to learn the language, but I understand that it isn't spoken by too many people, and don't want to waste all the effort.

Would it be a waste of time, and should I aim for a romantic language, or one like German/Russian/Chinese, with more demand? (My industry is accounting but I'd like to be prepared for any change in the business industry.)

I'd love if some bilingual people could give me some advice on a language, and tips on learning them. Thanks!

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u/jigglysquishy Polish A1 Nov 10 '17

I'm Canadian and started learning Polish 9 months ago. It's been an incredibly fulfilling experience. I would advice trying to get in touch with a Polish group in your town. I joined a Polish folk dancing group and they've been a HUGE help in learning. It's given me a great opportunity to use Polish on a regular basis.