5 Theories on the Origins of Language

It's hard to imagine a cultural phenomenon that's more important than the development of language.

Languages 5 Theories on the Origins of Language What was the first language? How did language begin—where and when? Until recently, a sensible linguist would likely respond to such questions with a shrug and a sigh. Many still do, so what are the best guesses we have? READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE Can You Name the Asian Nations That Were Never Colonized? Which Country Has Only One Neighbor? Where Did the Word 'Sh*t' Come From? You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Today I Learned newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A Dotdash Brand 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2018 Dotdash - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.