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Why Learn a New Language From Scratch When AI Exists?

Today Explained · Nov 4, 2026 · 9:58

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With near-instantaneous real-time translation through phones and smart glasses, learning a language solely for "instrumental" reasons—like translating basic text or routine workplace tasks—is becoming less necessary. Experts note that AI is doing to language learning what cars did to horses: transforming it from a widespread logistical necessity into a specialized, deeply rewarding pursuit.

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