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More than 50% of the words in English come from Latin.
Specifically, the numbers are surprising. After all, English is not in the same family as Latin. English is a member of the Germanic group of languages, and Latin is the ancestor of such Romance languages as French, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, and Spanish.
So how did this happen? It largely is due to the Norman Conquest, which was the last successful invasion of England, in 1066. The Normans and their Gallic colleagues were speakers of the languages and dialects of France. France was one of the areas conquered by the ancient Roman speakers of the ancient, classical Latin language.
The Romans influenced their subject areas in many ways, especially in language. Latin words were incorporated into the native dialects and languages of France. The words were passed into English during the 200 years in which the Norman and Norman-descended monarchy spoke French.
In fact, the first Norman-descended king to speak English "reasonably well" did not occupy the throne until King Edward I (June 17, 1239-July 7, 1307) reigned from November 16, 1272 until July 7, 1307. In fact, the King was called "Longshanks" for his height and long legs, and "Scottorum malleus," which is Latin for "Hammer of the Scots" because of his battles with his northern neighbors.
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What percentage of English vocabulary is derived from Latin and Greek?
Latin words make up about 50% (including Norman French words), and Greek makes up about 5%. The rest are mainly Germanic.
Legal English relies on which of these for much of its specialized vocabulary?
Legal English relies on Latin for much of its specialized vocabulary.
Much of the vocabulary used in legal English comes from?
latin
What percentage of modern English words have Latin origins?
It is estimated that about 60% of modern English words have Latin origins. Latin has had a significant influence on English vocabulary due to the Norman Conquest in 1066 and the subsequent adoption of Latin-based vocabulary in various fields like law, medicine, and science.
How did the Gaelic language help to form the English language?
The English language is a Germanic base with vocabulary from Latin>French and has little influence from Gaelic in the vocabulary.
In which five major areas does English draw on an extensive Latin vocabulary?
English extensively uses Latin vocabulary in legal, medical, religious and scientific fields. Specifically, Latin vocabulary is common in anatomy and medicine. It also is extensive in biology and chemistry. It likewise is prevalent in law. Similarly is it widespread in liturgics.
Where did the English language originate from, and is there a connection between English and Latin?
The English language originated from the Germanic tribes in England. There is a connection between English and Latin as Latin has influenced English vocabulary through the Norman Conquest and the adoption of Latin words into the English language.
What has the author Lynne Nigalis written?
Lynne Nigalis has written: 'Exploring GL vocabulary' -- subject(s): Children, Cloze procedure, English language, Foreign elements, Greek, Greek language, Influence on English, Language, Latin, Latin language, Roots, Social aspects, Social aspects of Vocabulary, Vocabulary
What has the author Norma Fifer written?
Norma Fifer has written: 'Vocabulary from classical roots' -- subject(s): English language, Foreign elements, Greek, Greek language, Influence on English, Latin, Latin language, Problems, exercises, Roots, Study and teaching, Vocabulary 'Vocabulary from Classical Roots - Book C'
Where does the English language derive from, particularly in relation to Latin?
The English language derives from a mix of Germanic languages and Latin. Latin has influenced English vocabulary through the Norman Conquest in 1066 and later through scientific and academic terms.
Is English a germanic or latin based language?
English is a Germanic language (West Germanic, closely related to German and Dutch) that draws heavily on Romance languages for it's upper stratum vocabulary. It's primary vocabulary is 95% Germanic.
Were Shakespeare's plays originally written in latin?
No they were not.
