A man who knows four languages is worth four men.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A multilingual person brings the value of four individuals.
- In plain terms
- Knowing four languages is as valuable as four people.
- What can you take from it?
- Language skills multiply personal and professional worth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What languages could most enhance your life?
- How do you measure the value of language skills?
Another view
Depth of expertise in one language can outweigh superficial knowledge of many.
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