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Endangered Slavic Languages You Can Help Save

Beyond the major Slavic languages like Russian and Polish lie hidden linguistic gems on the brink of extinction. Discover the…

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East vs. West vs. South Slavic: What’s the Difference?

The Slavic languages are a sprawling family, divided into East, West, and South branches. But what does that split actually…

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The Surprising Slavic Words in English

Did you know that when you talk about 'vampires' or 'robots', you're actually speaking Slavic? English is full of surprising…

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Can Slavic Speakers Understand Each Other?

Can a Pole successfully order a beer in Slovakia? We explore the fascinating world of Slavic mutual intelligibility, testing the…

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The Balto-Slavic Mystery: Are They Siblings or Cousins?

A Lithuanian and a Pole can't understand each other, so why do linguists insist their languages are close relatives? We…

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Japanese vs. Chinese: Are They Even Related?

At a glance, Japanese and Chinese look incredibly similar due to their shared characters, leading many to believe they are…

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How English Became the World’s Global Language

How did a language from a small island become the world's default tongue? It wasn't an accident, but a powerful…

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What Is Pidgin English? A Fascinating Story

Often dismissed as 'broken English', pidgin languages are actually complex, rule-governed systems born from incredible moments in human history. From…

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You’re Already Speaking Japanese! 15 Loanwords

** Did you know that when you talk about a business 'tycoon' or ask for 'just a skosh' more, you're…

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The Last Monolingual Generation?

In a world connected by digital streams and global migration, the idea of living a life in just one language…

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