With call-centre culture grabbing us by the collar, and India sporting the globalisation garb with gusto, it helps if we know a foreign language or two. Here are a few foreign language centres in Chennai that are sure to give you that edge while you go career hopping or open up hobby options to keep you gainfully occupied.

If French is what draws you, visit Alliance Francaise in Nungambakkam. Learning the most romantic language was never as much fun: begin with the Certificate level and work your way upwards. Besides language classes Alliance is always abuzz with cultural events, like plays and concerts, and cookery classes.

Make a beeline to Max Mueller Bhavan (Khader Nawaz Khan Road) if you want to master the mystery of all things German. A well-stocked library, advanced audio-visual centres and efficient instructors help you through the linguistic maze.

Do you get a high by dancing to the tunes of Enrique Iglasias or Shakira? Then Spanish is your language. Salsa lovers seek out Instituto Hispania (Nimmo Road, Santhome). With Spaniards from Barcelona teaching the language, it sure will keep you engrossed. Roll your tongue and simply enjoy as the musical language flows out. If you are time-strapped throughout the week, you can even enrol for weekend classes.

If pasta, pizza and ravioli are the only words that seem Italian to you, it's about time you stretched your tongue a little more. Head to Indo Italian Chamber of Commerce (Nungambakkam) for your brush with this vibrant language.

For software professionals, a smattering knowledge of Japanese is sure to come handy in their way up the corporate ladder. Head to Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Dasan Road, Teynampet) and register at the beginner's course here. You'd be surprised to know that Japanese is one of the most sought-after foreign languages.

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