Different phases of the Latin influence on the English language

Different phases of the Latin influence on the English language

Q. What were the different phases of the Latin influence on the English language?

Answer: Latin's influence on the English language began from the time of the Roman Empire. This effect has been built on the English word store and structure till date. Latin has affected English at different times. Let us understand these different stages in detail.

1. Ancient English period (450-1100 AD)

The first phase of Latin effect came in the ancient English period. This was the time when the Romans captured Britain (from 43 to 410 AD). At that time Latin words started entering English. Especially the words came from religious, legal and administrative areas.

For example, words like "Bishop", "monastery", and "altar" came from Latin.

2. Middle English period (1100-1500 AD)

The second phase took place in the mid -English period. At this time, the influence of Latin increased through church, education and 1066 Norman invasion. The Latin Church and the language of education had become. Therefore, Latin words came in a large number of English.

In this period, words related to science, medicine and law were taken.

Such as "Medicine", "Patient", "jury" and "justice".

3. Renaissance period (14th to 17th century)

Latin had a very profound impact during the Renaissance period. Scholars re -discovered the books of ancient Rome and Greece. Latin became the language of learning, science and art at that time. English writers and scholars adopted Latin style.

At this time many Latin words were directly taken in English.

Such as "biology", "species", "philosophy", and "alumni".

4. Modern English period (from 17th century till now)

The influence of Latin continued in the modern English period as well. Although the Latin words are now taken down directly, new words were created using Latin origin, prefixes and suffixes.

Especially in the fields of science, technology, medicine and law, they proved very useful.

Such as "telecommunication", "biology", "exemplify".

Latin: Language of prestige and formality

In history, Latin has always been considered as the language of scholarship and formality. Latin phrases called "Latinisms" are still found in English.

They are common in legal, scientific and medicine.

Examples: "Pro Bono" (free service), "in vitro" (done in the laboratory out of the body), and "ad hoc" (for specific purpose).

Conclusion

Latin has an impact on English slowly and in stages.

From ancient times to modern times, Latin has enriched English through religion, education, science and law.

Even today, many Latin original words and manifestations are prevalent in English language.

This shows that Latin's contribution is not limited to the past, but it is still alive today.

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