I'm a digital nomad, should I learn the language of the country where I am?

In a lot of places, you don't really need to - though personally I think it's fun! I love languages and try to learn at least the basics in every place I go. I think it goes a long way to simply be able to say a few key phrases in the local tongue!

Other answers by Adrian Ingram:

• After a year of being a digital nomad, are you happy with the choice? in category General
• In your experience, what are the most difficult things about working remotely? in category General
• Is it possible to be a digital nomad and have meaningful work and community at the same time? in category General
• Is it possible to be a "digital nomad" while living a life of luxury? Why or why not? in category Travel
• What is the best and easiest way to become a digital nomad? in category General

Other answers in the category Languages:

• Where do you see the online legal services industry headed?
• As a freelancer, do you think knowing more languages would help in getting clients/work?
• How do you manage to learn the languages from the countries you travel?

Some random answers on our wiki :

• What were the biggest preparations you had to take care of before deciding to live a nomadic lifestyle as a family? by Kierstan Streber in category General
• What are some courses for Facebook Ads marketing? by Leo Kipfelsberger in category Facebook ads
• Does the 80/20 principle apply in freelancing? by Thibault Lemaitre in category Freelancing
• What is your most cost effective social channel to gain leads? by Natalie Sisson in category Marketing
• How long did it take you to find a remote job? by Saba Bosuener in category Remote work
• As a freelancer, do you regret doing anything for a client/ job? If you could change it, what would you have done? by Thibault Lemaitre in category Freelancing
• As a freelancer, how do you charge for your services in another currency? by Thibault Lemaitre in category Freelancing
• I'm worried that as a digital nomad I wouldn't have a stable income and would risk not being able to sustain this lifestyle. Maybe it's better for me to spend some time working for a big company, save money and then travel? by Jacob Laukaitis in category General
• As a freelancer, do you think knowing more languages would help in getting clients/work? by Thibault Lemaitre in category Languages
• Was becoming a digital nomad the best decision you made in your life? Is there anything you wish you had done differently? by Jacob Laukaitis in category General