B.E.D.A 2018: Day Twelve
Hello
again all, and welcome to day 12 of BEDA 2018.
Our language: A Lingua Franca
For
the final part of my look at the English language, I wanted to talk about a
question which has baffled linguists for decades – the question of a lingua
franca.
A
lingua franca is a universal language spoken by all people as a means of aiding
communication.
Whilst
I think it could make our lives easier if we could all communicate without
language barriers, I think that having one language spoken by all is a bad
idea.
What
we don’t realise is the use of English as a lingua franca is causing people to
turn away from their native languages and speak English all of the time. This puts
these languages, some of which have been around for thousands of years and are
steeped in history, in danger of extinction.
In
my opinion, it would be a great shame to lose these ancient languages and the
culture that comes with them, in favour of speaking English. Maybe, as a
linguist, I am biased but I would love for the world to be full of as many
languages as possible to learn and study.
I
think life would be so boring if we all spoke the same language, and I think we
need to try to learn other languages rather than expect everyone to speak one
universal tongue.
Short
and sweet, but important nonetheless.
Smiling
is such a powerful thing, and it can brighten up your day. Not only does it
make you feel more positive, it enhances your face. Everyone, and I mean
everyone, looks so beautiful when they are smiling, don’t you think?
Smile,
and the whole world will smile with you.
SONGS OF 2008
Let’s
get back to my songs of 2008 countdown now, where we have got to 38 and 37.
At
38, it’s Flo Rida and T-Pain with this blockbuster of a track. This is Low.
At
37, Rihanna gives us a touch of the scary with Disturbia.
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38
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Flo Rida ft T-Pain
Low
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37
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Rihanna
Disturbia
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Until
my next post, keep positive, keep smiling, and above all, keep believing!
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