In a galaxy far, far away… …there might be humans that don’t understand the phrase “in a galaxy far, far away”! Given the dramatic effects of isolation on language, interstellar
A language isolate is a language that appears to have no demonstrable relationship to other languages, as though it developed in isolation (hence the name). In other words, they’re languages
Many of us still picture flying cars and lightspeed space travel when we think of futuristic innovation. In reality, though, some of the most thrilling advances in technology have come
When global conflict erupts, the intricate ties between language and nationality swiftly take center stage. As we watch maps, television channels, and newspapers shift their spelling of Ukraine’s capital—to Kyiv
Seeking medical assistance is stressful enough, but it’s also a common source of linguistic confusion. Who hasn’t struggled to decipher a doctor’s torrent of medical jargon? If you thought it