Why I need to learn a language Part 1 Humans and Languages have existed together since the beginning of time. Precisely said languages are man-made. As we all know it, Languages are the basis of communication. We need to be able to communicate to have actions and information done by individuals. The importance of languages cannot be over-emphasized, Humans who are recognized as social beings, live every day interacting with the next human, hence the need for communication. This should answer 30% of why I need to learn a language. Languages breed communication and eventually growth, progress, and results as we have in our world today.