Language Revitalization

10 Endangered Scripts to Watch in 2025

Long before a language falls silent, its unique writing system can fade into obscurity. This post explores ten beautiful and…

3 weeks ago

The Rebirth of Cornish

Once officially declared extinct after the death of its last native speaker in the 18th century, the Cornish language (Kernewek)…

3 weeks ago

When a Language Won’t Awaken: The Hard Truths of Linguistic Revitalization

While the revival of Hebrew is a celebrated success, the path of language revitalization is often fraught with failure. The…

3 weeks ago

The Revival of Hebrew: The Tale of a Slumbering Language

Many stories surrounding language involve the mystery of deciphering ancient codes, the valor of wartime cryptography, or the mystical origins…

2 years ago

The Resurgence of Irish Gaelic: A Symbol of National Identity

Ireland's native language, Irish Gaelic, has seen a fascinating resurgence in recent years. Like a mythical phoenix rising from its…

2 years ago

Welsh: A Modern-Day Linguistic Enigma

The Welsh language, or "Cymraeg" as it's known by its native speakers, is a fascinating tapestry of history, culture, and…

2 years ago

Resurrecting Dead Languages: A Journey into Linguistic Archaeology

Linguistics, in the simplest sense, is the study of languages. But what happens when the language itself has been lost…

2 years ago

Preserving Endangered Languages: An Urgent Quest for Linguistic Diversity

Every language encapsulates a unique world view, an intricate tapestry of culture, history, and identity. However, many of these linguistic…

2 years ago

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