These examples of the lack of simplicity in English and French, all appearances to the contrary, could be multiplied almost without limit… — Edward Sapir Copy Share Image
English is a second language in most of the educated sectors of Europe and much of the world. But maybe in the… — Noam Chomsky Copy Share Image
National languages are all huge systems of vested interests which sullenly resist critical inquiry. — Edward Sapir Copy Share Image
I doubt that national languages will disappear. In fact, to some extent they're becoming more diverse, like in Europe. — Noam Chomsky Copy Share Image
“The spread of languages shouldn't imply the decay of national languages. There are so many literary and historical memories, so many joys… — Kató Lomb Copy Share Image
