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What makes Language Powerful
Girly Tambeagbor
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09/06/14

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What would the world be like if we were not able to express our thoughts and feelings?
Communication is not the key, Language is. Language is key to Communication, Success and
Peace.
The phrase “Communication is key” has been going around our world for some time now. I disagree with that phrase, because, although Communication is a very powerful tool, it is nothing without Language. Language is the key, It is the key to Communication. It allows you to express yourself in so many different ways. Whether it be French or English, Sad or Happy,
Communication can be possible because language exists. This planet has over seven billion human beings and if Language seized to exist then it will affect all of us greatly. Learning takes place because of Language. We are constantly learning new ways of doing things, and Language makes the learning process easier. If you go to a supermarket, after done shopping, you usually proceed to checkout. After checkout you are usually told how much the items you selected cost, and you proceed by paying the needed amount of money. What would shopping be like without
Language? How are questions going to be asked? Unfortunately, there are some people in this world who are deaf. They lack the power of hearing or lack impaired hearing. Communication through spoken work is if not impossible, then very difficult for people with deafness. Just as
Language is the key to Communication, Words are the key to Language. Written Language makes it easier to communicate with deaf human beings. There is also a form of language known as “sign language” which the use of visual gestures and signs to communicate with the deaf.
Unfortunately, there is also human beings who are blind. These humans are unable to see written language. The only way to communicate with them is through spoken word language. Although they are blind, they still have perfectly sharp hearing. There are also some human

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