Glossary
language isolate
A language isolate is a language that is unrelated to any other known language.
Announcements
September 2024
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Glossary
retronym
A retronym is a new term for an old concept that is created because the word for the old concept has shifted in meaning and no longer uniquely refers to the original idea.
Languages
English
English is a Germanic language from England that is used as a global lingua franca.
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Glossary
language family
A language family is a group of languages that descend from a common ancestor.
Glossary
linguistics
Linguistics is the scientific study of language.
Reviews
Speaking American: How y'all, youse, and you guys talk
A beautiful and engaging coffee table book of 122 dialect maps showing how different regions of the U.S. say different things. A wonderful illustration of dialect diversity in the United States, this book is sure to spark great conversations. A must-have for any language lover.