Mednyj Aleut: A Hybrid Tongue
Mednyj Aleut is a rare "mixed language" from the Commander Islands that defies typical linguistic classification. It was created by a community of mixed Russian-Aleut heritage and uniquely combines the…
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When Did We Agree on Place Names?
Ever wondered why Bombay became Mumbai, or why The Netherlands is no longer called Holland? The names on our maps aren't set in stone; they're the product of a fascinating…
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 mean for a learner trying to choose a language, or…
The Last Words of Old Prussian: How a Language Was Erased by the Sword
The death of a language is usually a slow fade, but Old Prussian was not so lucky. It was systematically eradicated by the sword of the Teutonic Knights in a…