Here's why:
* Proper nouns: English is considered a proper noun because it refers to a specific language. Like any other language (French, Spanish, Mandarin), it's capitalized.
* Nationalities and ethnicities: English can also refer to a nationality or ethnicity, which are also capitalized.
Examples:
* "I speak English fluently."
* "She's an English citizen."
* "He has English heritage."
Let me know if you have any other grammar questions!