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Most languages spoken in the world do not have an original written form. This idea of writing dates back to Egypt, Babylonia, Greece, China and India. When we look at the new world, the most advanced civilizations had written language, the Aztec, Inca, Maya, and many people believe the Iriquoir and Omlec had it as well.

Originally, everthing except the Europeans, Arabs, Indians, Chinese and Japonese, and the few civilizations in the Americas had no written words. Later, African tribes like the Mali, and Zulu developed them, By the time of colonialization, around 1490, the words of Europe were being exported. African and American, and Australian tribes which had no written language adopted entire languages (as in the Americas) or at least entire writing systems (as in Australia) Today approximately 6000 languages are spoken, and more then 2/3 of them did not have an original written language (who is to say whether one would have developed) but today over 80% of all languages use some sort of written communication.

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What are some examples of languages that do not have a written form?

Some examples of languages that do not have a written form include some indigenous languages spoken by small communities, such as some Australian Aboriginal languages or some African tribal languages. These languages have traditionally been passed down orally from generation to generation.


What is the difference between written and spoken language?

A written language is written, spoken is spoken. Ogham is written while Gaelic is spoken. We speak English and write Latin. Look up ancient scripts on internet. There is awesome material on written language. Some spoken languages arent written (like tribal languages) ____ Generally, written language is more formal than speech. Most languages are both written and spoken however there are some languages that are one or the other. For example, Braille is a type of written language which isn't spoken. On the other hand there are some tribal languages which have no alphabet or written form so they are called spoken languages.


Which are the languages which can be spoken but not written?

Languages that can be spoken but not written are often referred to as "oral languages." These languages rely solely on verbal communication and do not have a standardized writing system. Examples include many indigenous languages spoken by small communities around the world, such as some Native American languages or certain African tribal languages. In these cases, the language is passed down through generations orally, without a formalized script or written form.


What came first written or spoken languages?

Spoken language likely predates written language as it was the original method of communication among early humans. Written language developed later as a way to record and communicate information in a more lasting form.


How many languages in total have ever existed in history?

It is difficult to give an exact number as languages have evolved and disappeared over time. It is estimated that there have been thousands of languages spoken throughout human history, but many have become extinct. Currently, there are around 7,000 languages spoken worldwide.

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What are some examples of languages that do not have a written form?

Some examples of languages that do not have a written form include some indigenous languages spoken by small communities, such as some Australian Aboriginal languages or some African tribal languages. These languages have traditionally been passed down orally from generation to generation.


What is the difference between written and spoken language?

A written language is written, spoken is spoken. Ogham is written while Gaelic is spoken. We speak English and write Latin. Look up ancient scripts on internet. There is awesome material on written language. Some spoken languages arent written (like tribal languages) ____ Generally, written language is more formal than speech. Most languages are both written and spoken however there are some languages that are one or the other. For example, Braille is a type of written language which isn't spoken. On the other hand there are some tribal languages which have no alphabet or written form so they are called spoken languages.


Which are the languages which can be spoken but not written?

Languages that can be spoken but not written are often referred to as "oral languages." These languages rely solely on verbal communication and do not have a standardized writing system. Examples include many indigenous languages spoken by small communities around the world, such as some Native American languages or certain African tribal languages. In these cases, the language is passed down through generations orally, without a formalized script or written form.


What languages are bibles translated into?

The Bible is translated in as many as 2,454 languages. In some counts this is more than one third of the number of languages spoken on the planet. There are some languages that have no written form so it will be difficult to translate into every possible language.


What came first written or spoken languages?

Spoken language likely predates written language as it was the original method of communication among early humans. Written language developed later as a way to record and communicate information in a more lasting form.


How many languages in total have ever existed in history?

It is difficult to give an exact number as languages have evolved and disappeared over time. It is estimated that there have been thousands of languages spoken throughout human history, but many have become extinct. Currently, there are around 7,000 languages spoken worldwide.


How many are unwritten languages in the world?

It is estimated that there are around 6,000-7,000 languages spoken in the world today, with a significant portion of them being unwritten. These unwritten languages are primarily used in smaller, indigenous communities where oral tradition is the primary form of communication.


What is the definition of the word bilingual?

Is someone who can fluently speak 2 languages ... "bi" = 2; "lingual" is the adjective form of 'language'


Why language is vocal?

Language is vocal because sound is a primary mode of communication for humans. Vocalizing enables the production of a wide range of sounds that can convey complex meanings and emotions. The evolution of vocal language is also closely linked to the development of the human brain and social communication systems.


What is the Proper salutation for a reverend?

Rev. when in written form. Reverend in spoken form.


What are two languages that evolved from Latin?

Two languages that evolved from Latin are Italian and Spanish. These languages developed from Vulgar Latin, the colloquial form of the Latin language spoken by common people.


What is a description of prose?

Written or spoken language in its ordinary form