BORROWINGS IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE: ORIGINS, TYPES, AND IMPACT
Keywords:
Borrowings, Loanwords, English Language, Language Contact, Linguistic Influence, Lexical Borrowing, Language DevelopmentAbstract
This article explores the concept of borrowings in the English language, focusing on their historical origins, types, and the influence they have had on vocabulary development. Borrowings, also known as loanwords, are words taken from one language and adopted into another. English, in particular, has borrowed extensively from many languages throughout its history, leading to a rich and diverse lexicon. Understanding the nature and function of borrowings provides insight into language evolution, cultural contact, and globalization.
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