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French Speaking Countries in the World: Facts & Statistics

Posted on February 12, 2024September 24, 2024 By The Lingwist
French Speaking Countries in the World: Facts & Statistics

French stands as one of the most widely spoken languages across the globe. Considering its diverse global distribution, you might be curious about the exact number of individuals who speak French.

English

AI has brought back 15 languages people haven’t heard for centuries. Here’s what they sound like.

Posted on November 24, 2023February 18, 2024 By The Lingwist
AI has brought back 15 languages people haven’t heard for centuries. Here’s what they sound like.

Considering the rapid evolution of language, it is challenging to conceive how individuals communicated 200 years ago, not to mention 500 or even 1,000 years ago. Even when we observe movies depicting ancient civilizations, the characters typically speak a language resembling that of the audience, distorting our perception of how people truly spoke during those times.

Applied Linguistics, Core Linguistics, English

The Top 10 Most Endangered Languages in Europe

Posted on November 24, 2023February 18, 2024 By The Lingwist
The Top 10 Most Endangered Languages in Europe

1. Introduction to The Top 10 Most Endangered Languages in Europe Every fortnight, another language fades into silence, lost to the annals of history. Linguists issue a solemn warning that in the coming century, a staggering 50-90% of the world’s diverse linguistic tapestry may vanish forever. This crisis knows no geographical bounds; it strikes developing…

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The 15 Most Widely Spoken Native Languages in Europe

Posted on November 24, 2023November 24, 2023 By The Lingwist
The 15 Most Widely Spoken Native Languages in Europe

The 50 Most Widely Spoken Native Languages in Europe

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The Story of the Pathos and the Logos

Posted on October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 By The Lingwist
The Story of  the Pathos and the Logos

Human being is a mystery. Trying and trying to fathom how s/he feels, thinks, and behaves is like chasing a mirage to understand its nature. Why am I saying this? There is one reason for that. The reason is that everyone dives and swims in the sea of life searching for the secrets about the…

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How dogs bark in different languages

Posted on September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 By The Lingwist
How dogs bark in different languages

Dogs, in a sense, can be considered “multilingual” because humans speaking various languages have devised distinct representations for the sounds dogs produce. Therefore, if you attempt to convey how dogs say “woof” in a country where English is not spoken, you’re likely to be met with perplexed expressions. The sound of a dog’s bark is…

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Can You Manage These Hard Tongue Twisters In 14 Different Languages?+ Video

Posted on September 12, 2023February 20, 2024 By The Lingwist
Can You Manage These Hard Tongue Twisters In 14 Different Languages?+ Video

Tongue Twisters are a delightful linguistic playground, a realm where the boundaries of language and laughter collide. These whimsical wordplay gems are as funny as they are peculiar, testing the limits of our verbal dexterity with their twisted, tantalizing phrases.

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11 unusual facts about European languages you didn’t know

Posted on September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 By The Lingwist
11 unusual facts about European languages you didn’t know

Europe offers a linguistic adventure for those seeking novelty and a challenge for those with a thirst for complexity. Europeans have a deep appreciation for languages, extending beyond their ability to speak over 200 diverse tongues. Many Europeans are proficient bilinguals, a testament to their love for linguistic exploration. The pursuit of new languages not…

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The 20 European countries with the best English accent

Posted on September 9, 2023September 10, 2023 By The Lingwist
The 20 European countries with the best English accent

The best English accent includes clarity of pronunciation, a moderate pace of speech, and a pleasant, melodious tone. The best English accents often strike a balance between being easily understood and retaining a unique charm or distinctiveness. They tend to avoid extreme regional variations that might hinder comprehensibility, while still preserving some of the regional…

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Diving into the Future: How Large Language Models Revolutionize Customer Service While Introducing New Risks! (Video)

Posted on August 12, 2023August 12, 2023 By The Lingwist
Diving into the Future: How Large Language Models Revolutionize Customer Service While Introducing New Risks! (Video)

Customer service automation has been transformed by the advent of large language models, ushering in a more individualized interaction. In contrast to earlier chatbots, exemplified by GPT-3.5, these models diverge from predetermined routes and instead concentrate on user queries, granting more adaptable replies.

Applied Linguistics, English

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