Based on the literature view of some published articles that report on the impact of cultural identity on English learning for Chinese EFL learners, this paper examines the relationship between cultural identity and language learning. Through the review of earlier researchers, this study points out cultural identity not only influences L1 language learning but also L2 language learning. Although many studies showed that the home cultural identity of the EFL or ESL learners has a negative impact on their English learning, there are also researchers stressing its positive impact on those learners. Finally, the paper makes two instructional sug?gestions to improve Chinese English competence of EFL learners.