Introduction:

“Are you fluent?” is possibly the question most dreaded by all language learners. What degree of proficiency even counts as “fluent,” anyway?

Being able to have a conversation? Being able to write 2000+ kanji characters? Never having to use a dictionary? It’s terrifying to even contemplate describing oneself as “fluent” without looking obnoxious. Even worse is the nagging self-doubt—will I ever actually reach “fluency”?

The path to being fluent looks rocky and difficult from the outset, with so many obstacles that this shining goal may seem almost impossible to reach. I don’t know about getting you to one hundred percent native-like, but what I can do is help you get from elementary level to a level that you can be proud of, and one that won’t make you want to cry when people ask that dreaded fluency question.

Japanese is described as one of the most difficult languages to learn. Unlike arguably easier languages for native English speakers, such as French, German and Spanish, Japanese requires several years of constant dedication. Studying the traditional way—with textbooks, CDs, and perhaps a teacher—is only a small part of reaching beyond beginner and lower-elementary level.

Here are six great ways that you can step up your Japanese ability every day and get closer to that goal, that magic word, “fluency. “ Living in the country of your target language is important, of course, but not necessary. If you’re not living in Japan right now, don’t despair. The first steps to fluency are possible if you know where to look.

• A brief knowledge about the Portuguese language

The Portuguese language is a widely spoken language and it is the official language of eight countries and they are Portugal, Brazil, Angola, Cape Verde, East Timor, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, and São Tomé e Príncipe. It is also spoken widely in the countries of Asia like Macau and Gao. More than 230 million speakers speak the Portuguese language. The Portuguese language belongs to the family of Romantic languages. 

• Benefits of learning the Portuguese language in MBA

Reports state that there is a large community of Portuguese and Brazilian immigrants in the United States. And that is the reason the Portuguese language skills are highly recommended by the U.S Government. If you know Portuguese and you are pursuing MBA, there are high chances that you get placed in any Company in U.S that is hiring MBA employees. 

• Position of Portuguese in International Business and the Economy and its Global relation. 

Portuguese has a noted position in the global economy. Brazil’s size, dynamic and large economy is the ninth-largest in the world makes it a major destination for numerous international companies. It is known to be a powerhouse of agriculture and commodity. It is the top exporter of soybeans, sugar, coffee, and orange juice in the world as well as a major producer of textiles, aircraft, computers, automobiles, and footwear. It is the twelfth largest trading partner of the United States. In the field of economic development and diplomacy, Portuguese serves as an important language. It is the working and official language of some important countries and international organizations. 

• Career opportunities 

There are huge career opportunities if you learn Portuguese along with doing an MBA. An employee who has done MBA along with knowledge in the Portuguese language can get placements in the top companies of the World situated in the USA or doing business with Portugal and Brazil. If the employee knows the language of the business clientele then he or she will play a vital role in the competitive business scenario and win the deal. There are many MBA students who pass out of the global business schools every year, and employers are searching for graduates having knowledge in the foreign language and if you know any foreign language including Portuguese you will be preferred first. 

Learning any language helps you to bridge the barrier of communication and help you to understand the peoples on the other side. You will be able to know their culture. The need for bilingual or multilingual candidates is increasing in every sector. 

Finally,

If you wish to learn Portuguese, you can find many institutes available online and offline. I would recommend you to try out taking a class with Multibhashi. You will have an awesome audiovisual experience of learning the language that to sitting at your drawing room or bedroom and according to your suitable timings. Trust me you will have an amazing language learning experience with loads of activities. At the end of your course, you will be provided with certificates that will help you in the further ventures of your life!