Category: Linguistics 473

  • The Translation of Poems: Languages’ Peculiarities

    Multiple works of outstanding poets are translated to introduce them to people all over the world. In the same way, many works were written by Pablo Neruda, including “Muchos Somos,” were translated into English and other languages. At the same time, the translation of poetry is a highly challenging process as a translator should keep…

  • Mutual Intelligibility of Classical and Moroccan Arabic

    Table of Contents Introduction The Arabic Language and Its Origin Differences between Classical and Dialectal Arabic The Language Continuum in Arabic Multiglossia Code-Switching in Moroccan Daily Life Functions of Code-Switching Between Tamazight and Arabic Background of Libya Functions of Language Alteration Conclusion References Introduction Amid a flux of languages around the world, there is one…

  • The Lais of Marie de France by Tamara Bentley

    Introduction The lais of Marie de France are a collection of 12 romantic narrative It addresses courtly romance and forbidden problems of women ( Caudill, 104). The tales were composed in old French containing style of rhyming couplets, repetition and unifying themes. Authors Biography Marie de France was a poet who lived in England in…

  • Second Language Acquisition: Types, Outcomes, and Issues

    Introduction The reflection critically focuses on my personal learning experience, which shall remain memorable throughout my learning course. My native language is Arabic, and most students begin learning the English language as early as they advance from grade three. Even though our institutions attempt to avail the best learning resources for their students, gaining exact…

  • How Language Transformed Humanity

    The Language Theory provides broad explanatory value for why and how language is used the way it is and moves beyond simplified judgments and binary explanations. For example, scientists study how language is acquired, which brain processes are involved when it is used, language phonetics and morphology, syntax, and semantics. In particular, Ellis says that…

  • Being Multilingual Provides Numerous Advantages

    Foreign language proficiency has an enormous number of advantages, from memory improvement to confidence in conversations with foreigners. It is a useful tool, which can be helpful for every person. In addition, it is important to understand that language skills are needed almost everywhere nowadays. Even if the person does not travel at all, he…

  • The Cree Language Importance to Indigenous Identity

    This paper reflects the importance of Cree communities retaining their language. The Canadian Government recognizes there are endangered native languages and need to be protected. Languages are important to Indigenous communities because they represent their culture, teachings, songs, and stories. These protocols are sacred to their ceremonial value, and this paper will explain the importance…

  • Improvements in Writing Preparations

    Writing skills are essential in many areas of human activity, such as interpersonal communication or seeking a job. Being an experienced and proficient writer opens many doors and helps with various issues. Therefore, evaluating writing skills can bring many benefits to people who seek to analyze their strengths and weaknesses and improve their writing. I…

  • Language Development: The Role of Nature and Nurture

    This paper aims to explore the role of nature and nurture in language development. Language is a free-form creative process with predefined rules and concepts. In contrast, the application of generating concepts is arbitrary and infinitely varied. Understanding and applying phrases is also a creative process. As a result, I believe that both nature and…

  • Patterns of “Writing That Works” by Oliu et al.

    A pattern of organization is crucial to guide readers and help them understand writing. I am most familiar with the general to the specific pattern because I used to have a travel agency in Cuba. The general to specific leads writing from a piece of general information to a more detailed explanation (Oliu et al.,…