learning a second language

4 Is learning a second language in school really worth the time of US students? terms

This glossary is made for university UGA LLCER L1 english

advocate

noun

sb who advocates an idea

Example: Advocates offer other reasons for second language study

fr: défenseur militant militante

asset

noun

sb or sth that brings advantages

Example: fluency in a second language is often touted as an important asset to individuals

fr: atout

pay off

verb

to have a good result

Example: If students don't retain what they learn from language classes and boosting other skills could pay off more...

fr: être payant être rentable

tout

verb

to advertise, talk about, or praise something or someone repeatedly, especially as a way of encouraging people to like, accept, or buy something

Example: Fluency in a second a second language is often touted as an important asset to individuals

fr: faire l'article de