What are the benefits of studying Latin?

Latin can:

• Improve your English vocabulary.
• Deepen your communication skills.
• Enhance critical thinking.
• Give you a new perspective on language.

1. What careers is Latin Good For?
2. Is Latin still useful?

What careers is Latin Good For?

Professions: Latin prepares students for many important professions that are steeped in Latin terms and phrases or in English words derived from Latin. These career fields include law, medicine, science, music, theology, philosophy, art, and literature.

Is Latin still useful?

#2: Knowing Latin helps you understand English better.

Up above I mentioned Latin phrases that we use unchanged in English. But the role of Latin in English goes deeper than that. According to one study almost 30% of English words derive from Latin, with another 30% coming from Latin via French.