#cultural-linguistics

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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French Word of the Day: Cadet

The term cadet refers to the second or youngest son in a family, with a historical military connotation tied to birth order and inheritance.
France politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

From ouch' to yakayi': The universal cry of pain

The study highlights a fascinating consistency in how various cultures use the vowel 'a' to express pain, suggesting a deep-rooted human connection.
Mental health
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fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Word of the Day: Argot

Argot refers to informal language or slang in French, evolving from its historical ties to criminals.
The term 'argot' reflects colloquial expressions used across different professions and social groups.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Word of the Day: Argot

Argot refers to informal language or slang in French, evolving from its historical ties to criminals.
The term 'argot' reflects colloquial expressions used across different professions and social groups.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

'Snacky' and Its Cousins

Linguistic creativity in expressing emotions can foster connections among peers, especially in younger generations.
Shared emotional vocabulary is important to facilitate clear communication and prevent misunderstandings.
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