Counting in Base-20: A World Beyond Ten
Why do we count in tens? While it seems natural, many cultures from the Mayans to the Basques developed sophisticated base-20 systems, likely inspired by counting on both fingers and…
Unlocking the Universe of Languages
Why do we count in tens? While it seems natural, many cultures from the Mayans to the Basques developed sophisticated base-20 systems, likely inspired by counting on both fingers and…
While most languages belong to vast family trees, some stand utterly alone. These linguistic isolates, like the mysterious Basque of Spain or the endangered Ainu of Japan, have no known…
For most English speakers, "The dog chased the cat" is the only logical way to say it. But what if we told you that for over half the world, the…
The question, “what is the hardest language to learn?” has been a topic of curiosity for many and remains a subject of debate among linguists...
Spain, the country renowned for its diverse cultures, gastronomy, and folklore, is also a host to a remarkable linguistic diversity. While Spanish or Castilian is...
The Basque language, known as Euskara by its speakers, is surrounded by mystery and intrigue. Rooted in the enigmatic region of the Basque Country β...