a) Foreign language might delay communication due to any of the given below reasons (not an exhaustive list):

• misinterpretation or not understanding messages expressed in a foreign language

• Some words can have very diverse meanings in diverse languages and cultures (see Box 4.7a for some examples) and this can direct to misinterpretations of a message

• Poor command of a foreign language can signify that communicators lack the confidence to express their ideas in the foreign language.

• Overall, unproductive command of a foreign language can harmfully affect the quality, accuracy and speed of communication.