Though there are almost three thousand languages in the world. English is the most universal. It is the official language in over forty countries. It is the most used language in international business, science and medicine. Approximately 400 million people speak English as their mother language (700 million speak Chinese, 200 million speak Russian and 100 million speak German). Even in the countries where English is not the first language a number of English words are used. Words from another language are borrowed more often then from English.
Thousands of words borrowed from English can now be found in other language such as "hotel", "golf", "tennis", "jeans", "OK", "airport". Many words are used just as they are.
Others are changed to make they more like the native language, easier to say and remember.
English is everywhere. It is on signs, clothes, soft drinks and other goods around the world. Some people believe that the use of English words is dangerous for the purity of their native language. Some countries tried to eliminate English as their official language. Some people believe that English should be the international language.
They believe that business would run more smoothly if everyone spoke the same language. Languages have changed and disappeared through the history. This change is inevitable. It is also certain that English will be the language of business, diplomacy and international relations. Most educated people speak English fluently.