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- Dictionarylin·gua fran·ca/ˌliNGɡwə ˈfraNGkə/
noun
- 1. a language that is adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different.
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1 day ago · English is the first choice of foreign language in most other countries of the world, and it is that status that has given it the position of a global lingua franca.
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West Germanic languages, group of Germanic languages that...
- Lingua Franca
lingua franca, language used as a means of communication...
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Dutch language, a West Germanic language that is the...
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Indo-European languages, family of languages spoken in most...
- Historical Background
There were two demonstratives: sē, sēo, thaet, meaning...
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Jul 1, 2024 · English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is considered the world’s “lingua franca,” meaning it’s a common language used by people from different backgrounds to communicate.
Jun 20, 2024 · Thus, Latin for a long time became the lingua franca of the West or Western Europe, as in the East, in the lands of the Byzantine Empire, Greek became the lingua franca, and in the Middle East Arabic, and in far-off India and China languages such as Prakrit and Mandarin.
Jul 8, 2024 · French vs English: A Comprehensive Comparison. The French and English languages have been intertwined throughout history. They both influence each other significantly. This article explores the differences and similarities between French and English, from grammar and vocabulary to cultural nuances and global influence.
Jun 20, 2024 · A lingua franca is a common language used by speakers who do not share the same first langauge.
1 day ago · French is a Romance language(meaning that it is descended primarily from Vulgar Latin) that evolved out of the Gallo-Romance dialects spoken in northern France. The language's early forms include Old Frenchand Middle French.
Jul 3, 2024 · 29 French-Speaking Countries. When you think of the French language, odds are your mind immediately goes to the Eiffel Tower, croissants and well-dressed Parisians. However, due to colonial history and worldwide cultural influence, there are now many other French-speaking countries to explore.
