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The Viking contribution to the language we speak today is astonishing. Many place-names (mostly ending in -by, such as Selby) are from Old Norse in origin. Also, most words beginning with the sk- combination are Norse in origin.
For example:
Scuffle
Scant
Scowl
Skirt
Scare
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What was the vikings language similar to?
German (A+)
What language were vikings sagas written in?
They were written in the Old Norse language
The vikings spoke a language similar to?
The kashykians
How do vikings greet each other?
Icelandic would be the language most similar to the language of the vikings. Swedish slang for hello include: Tja and Tjena.
Did the vikings have language?
Yes, of course! The language was Old Norse (Dǫnsk tunga).
How did invasions from the Vikings and french affect the English language?
I think the English started "borrowing" the words that the Vikings and French spoke.
What three European peoples originally came together to form the English people and English language?
The Germans, Romans, and Vikings.
What words did the Germans contribute to the English language?
Too many to list
Who invented the The Swear words?
In the english language swear words came from the vikings :D :3 :v
How did Elizabeth the first contribute to the English language?
she taught all her litt;e dwafs how to talk english <3
What has the author A Mawer written?
A. Mawer has written: 'The place-names of Northumberland and Durham' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Geographical Names, Etymology, Names, English language 'The Vikings' -- subject(s): Vikings 'Introduction to the survey of English place-names' -- subject(s): English language, Etymology, Geographical Names, Names
What did the Angelo-Saxons contribute to the English Language?
Its name, its grammatical structure and its core vocabulary.
How do you get an A in English literature and English language?
I'm very good in English, so I could give you a few tips.The only ways to get an A in the English language is:-To read a lot of books-To study before exams, tests, quizzes, etc...-Contribute in class-Understand the language
How did the Scandinavians influence the English Language?
Quite a lot. Danes and Vikings occupied much of southern Britain for hundreds of years.
How can one contribute to teaching English in Korea?
There are many ways in which one can contribute to teaching English in Korea. One can become an English teacher in Korea. One may also donate money to causes that help fund the teaching of the English language in Korea.
What counties has England stolen word from?
The English language is made up of various launguages but we have taken many words from the Vikings ;D
What was the spoken language of the vikings?
Norse.
