How Is Brexit Threatening The UK English

    • PTI
    • Publish Date: Sep 25 2017 11:25AM
    • |
    • Updated Date: Sep 25 2017 11:25AM
How Is Brexit Threatening The UK English
Demonstrators hold banners during a protest to Lobby MPs to guarantee the rights of EU citizens living in the UK, after Brexit, outside the Houses of Parliament in central London on September 13, 2017.

London: The exit of the UK from the European Union may give rise to "Euro-English" - a new language tailored to the cultures and needs of continental European societies, a study claims. 
 
The term Euro-English best suits those continental Europeans whose speech is characterised by influences from standardised English as well as their native tongues, researchers said. 
 
Researchers from Gavle University in Sweden argue that when the English leave the European Union (EU), 98 per cent of the population will not have English as their native language, and the absence of native speakers will lead the language to develop against its own variant, "Euro-English". 
 
"The departure of the British from the European Union will without doubt mark the beginning of a new era for the English language," said Marko Modiano, language researcher at Gavle University. 
 
"Europeans who speak English already show signs of developing their own words and phrases and their own way of speaking," said Modiano. 
 
Researchers point out that with the British gone, nobody will be there to defend UK English for competition, not only from American English but also from other languages.
 
"Moreover, when dealing with spellings, Europeans may debate the pros and cons of the US and the UK spellings without being influenced by 'native speakers' of either variety, and it is conceivable that the US English spelling system may be deemed more utilitarian," researchers said. 
 
Researchers also noted that the English grammar is changing. One example is the expansion of the '-ing' form in utterances such as 'I am coming from Spain', which, in standardised varieties of English would be 'I come from Spain'. 
 
Researchers also argue that Euro English provide its users with a sense of identity and is used as a medium of communication within the community at large, is something both logical and welcome. 
 
After Brexit, the number of native speakers of English within the EU will about five million. 
 

More From TOP NEWS...

Comments

Aishwarya Iyer Deens Academy

Interesting!

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

London: The exit of the UK from the European Union may give rise to "Euro-English" - a new language tailored to the cultures and needs of continental European societies, a study claims.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

The term Euro-English best suits those continental Europeans whose speech is characterised by influences from standardised English as well as their native tongues, researchers said.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Researchers from Gavle University in Sweden argue that when the English leave the European Union (EU), 98 per cent of the population will not have English as their native language, and the absence of native speakers will lead the language to develop against its own variant, "Euro-English".

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Researchers from Gavle University in Sweden argue that when the English leave the European Union (EU), 98 per cent of the population will not have English as their native language, and the absence of native speakers will lead the language to develop against its own variant, "Euro-English".

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Researchers from Gavle University in Sweden argue that when the English leave the European Union (EU), 98 per cent of the population will not have English as their native language, and the absence of native speakers will lead the language to develop against its own variant, "Euro-English".

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

"The departure of the British from the European Union will without doubt mark the beginning of a new era for the English language," said Marko Modiano, language researcher at Gavle University.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

"Europeans who speak English already show signs of developing their own words and phrases and their own way of speaking," said Modiano.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Researchers point out that with the British gone, nobody will be there to defend UK English for competition, not only from American English but also from other languages.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

"Moreover, when dealing with spellings, Europeans may debate the pros and cons of the US and the UK spellings without being influenced by ''native speakers'' of either variety, and it is conceivable that the US English spelling system may be deemed more utilitarian," researchers said.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

"Europeans who speak English already show signs of developing their own words and phrases and their own way of speaking," said Modiano.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Researchers point out that with the British gone, nobody will be there to defend UK English for competition, not only from American English but also from other languages.

Hemalatha.G Sethu Bhaskara Matriculation Higher Secondary Scho

Quite interesting!

Aikya Oruganti Epistemo Global - Vikas Leadership School

interesting one

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

"Moreover, when dealing with spellings, Europeans may debate the pros and cons of the US and the UK spellings without being influenced by ''native speakers'' of either variety, and it is conceivable that the US English spelling system may be deemed more utilitarian," researchers said.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

One example is the expansion of the ''-ing'' form in utterances such as ''I am coming from Spain'', which, in standardised varieties of English would be ''I come from Spain''.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Researchers also argue that Euro English provide its users with a sense of identity and is used as a medium of communication within the community at large, is something both logical and welcome.

Pandu Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

After Brexit, the number of native speakers of English within the EU will about five million.

R.Suman Bethel Mat Hr Sec School

Amazing one!!!

Prathamesh Kandale HILLGREEN SCHOOL

quite interesting!!

POST YOUR OWN ARTICLE, PHOTO & VIDEO

SIMPLY FILL DETAILS & POST


 
SIGN UP & EXPLORE MORE...
*


*
* *
* *
img
REGISTRATION SUCCESSFUL...
THANK YOU FOR REGISTERING
  • About Us

Times Newspaper in Education (Times NIE) is a novel program that helps students ‘Stay Ahead’ and aims at making ‘Learning Fun’. It introduces concepts that help individual growth and development beyond school curriculum.

A brainchild of The Times of India, the world’s leading English newspapers, Times NIE nurtures progress and innovation. Adapted from the international concept, Times Newspaper in Education program (Times NIE) was initiated in India in 1985.

Today we have over 3000 schools and over 9 lac students subscribing to the programme, spanning 16 cities viz. Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Lucknow, Coimbatore, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Jaipur.

The Times of India Student edition, a customized student newspaper exclusively for the students, packs a powerful punch in terms of content that leads to a smarter and superior learning experience. The information is crafted such that it finds use in classroom discussions, thus making it relevant and current. It truly gives education a new dimension by fostering the simple habit of reading which in turn paves the way for a confident, informed and aware individual. A newspaper that inspires young minds and equips them to face challenges of today’s world, making way for global citizens.

Empowering students with new cutting-edge knowledge through various educative and informative activities is a commitment and tradition of Times NIE. The programme serves as a catalyst of education and interaction, as well as a window into the minds of the quintessential Indian youth. On a significant scale Times NIE comprises diverse interesting activities and events that boost the child’s passion for learning, while revealing hidden talent.

While you are aware that The Times of India is among the leading English Newspapers across the world, it has consummated its position as an everlasting winner. With several international awards and recognitions to its credit, The Times of India and Times NIE have validated an enduring tradition of setting the highest benchmarks in every respect. We have been awarded with the two most prestigious awards, Times NIE - World’s No.1 NIE program and The Times of India, Student Edition - World’s No.1 Newspaper for the youth in 2006 by the celebrated World Association of Newspapers (WAN). In 2008 we were honoured by the International Newspaper Marketing Association (INMA), yet another international recognition for ‘Youth Audience Development’. In 2013 we were again honoured by the celebrated World Association of Newspapers (WAN) as the ‘Times NIE - World’s Best Youth Engagement Program’.

Times NIE has grown remarkably over the last three and a half decades, touching millions of children across more than 16 Indian cities. Our absolute commitment towards the fledgling generation remains undiluted and our greatest strength lies in the school partnership and commitment.

  • Times NIE World Awards
EDIT STUDENT PROFILE...



img

JOIN NOW !!!

Create or join groups, share your views, ideas through posts (Text, Pictures & Videos)

GOT A QUERY?

FEEL FREE TO ASK HERE. GET IT ANSWERED BY EXPERTS

CLICK HERE TO SEE YOUR PREVIOUS QUERIES

win

Why You Think India Is Great....