The challenges faced by international institutions when employees communicate in different languages

Abstract

This article explores the complexities of language as both a system of communication and a subject of philosophical and linguistic inquiry. It examines historical debates on the origin and nature of language, contrasting emotional and rationalist theories from thinkers like Rousseau, Kant, and Wittgenstein. The discussion highlights the dual meaning of language—as an abstract concept and as specific linguistic systems—and considers the implications for international institutions where multilingual communication presents challenges. The study underscores how differing linguistic frameworks can affect understanding, collaboration, and organizational dynamics.