An overview of the contemporary English language
changes and perspectives – interview with David Crystal
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https://doi.org/10.14393/DL30-v11n3a2017-30Keywords:
Language, English, Language Change, New English(es)Abstract
In this unprecedented interview, the English linguist David Crystal outlines the lexical and morphological changes within the English language, particularly in the last decade. In addition, he discusses neologisms incorporated to the English language (British), especially those originating from Brazilian Portuguese. Finally, Crystal talks about the growth of varieties of global English and, also, the phenomenon entitled: "New English(es)".Downloads
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