answersLogoWhite

0

Classical languages are those that have a rich and ancient literary tradition that is not an offshoot of another tradition. For that reason most "classical" languages are dead languages.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Is American English considered a dialect?

Yes, American English is considered a dialect of the English language.


Is British English considered a dialect?

Yes, British English is considered a dialect of the English language.


Is English considered a Romance language?

No, English is not considered a Romance language. It belongs to the Germanic language family, which is different from the Romance languages that evolved from Latin.


Is "ea" a diphthong in the English language?

Yes, "ea" is considered a diphthong in the English language.


Why is Shakespeare's work considered not a classic?

Shakespeare's work might not be considered to be classic because one has a peculiar definition of the word "classic". If your definition of "classic" is that it was produced by the ancient Romans and Greeks sometime before 400 AD., then Shakespeare does not fit.


What is different about Itlalian an English?

Italian is considered a "Romantic" language, whereas, English is a "Germanic" language.


How is English as a livivg language?

English is considered a living language because it is still spoken today.


What language is considered the international language?

There is no concensus, but in general, English is known as an International language.


What is place and importance of English in secondary school?

English language from India perspective can be considered a link language


How did English come to be the dominant language of classic American literature?

Bostons population growth


English is classified as what kind of language?

English is considered a Germanic language, although it claims influences from many places.


What is place and importance of English in secondary school curriculum?

English language from india perspective can be considered a link language