Explore the Global Tapestry of Languages

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Questions and Answers

What is language?

Language is a system of communication that uses written and spoken forms.

Why do people use language?

People use language to communicate with each other in a society, exchanging knowledge, beliefs, wishes, and feelings.

How do languages vary?

Languages vary greatly from region to region, and can be so different that people may not understand the language of someone from another region, country, or continent.

How many languages exist in the world today?

Today, there are about 7000 languages that exist in the world. Signup and view all the answers

Which is the most popular language in the world?

Chinese is the most popular language in the world, with more than one billion speakers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of language?

The purpose of language is to communicate with others in a society. Signup and view all the answers

How do languages vary?

Languages vary greatly from region to region, and can be so different that people from different regions may not understand each other's language. Signup and view all the answers