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Answer 1
One disadvantage of the English language is that people think they can speak English and yet they don't. A lot of misunderstandings happen when two non-English persons converse with each other in English, each person has a different conception of what was said.
A much more serious disadvantage for learners of English is the extent of the vocabulary. Since English draws from many different sources for vocabulary words (Latin, Greek, French, German, Sanskrit, etc.) we often have many words for the same concept. (For example, 'sky' and 'heaven' both point to that place upstairs but have different source languages.)
Answer 2
Another disadvantage of English is its reliance on rigid word order for meaning. Other languages that have meaning built into the words themselves, (German, English's mother language, is a good example) are able to be more free with word order, which can be more forgiving to learners.
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How many pages does The Mother Tongue have?
The Mother Tongue has 279 pages.
Is tongue a synonym for language?
Yes it is, tongue and mother tongue as a synonym.
What does mother tongue mean?
A person's 'mother tongue' is the main language that they spoke when they were growing up. Usually this will be the language which they used with their mother (which explains the name): but obviously there are exceptions to this (if your mother was a Bangladeshi immigrant who married a mid-Westerner, and you grew up in Boise, then your mother tongue is probably American English - though you might still speak some Bengali with your mother). Recent language research suggests that the main language for most people is the language they speak with their childhood friends, not the language they speak at home: so 'mother tongue' may be a misnomer. It's still a useful idea though: and one that most people understand. Your mother tongue is your first language, the language you are most at ease in , the language in your dreams.
What is the difference between a child mother tongue and his first language?
Depending on what you mean by "first language", there may be no difference. For most people it implies the language you learned first, which is your mother tongue. But for some it might mean "the language you are most fluent in or use most often" which might not be your mother tongue, if, for example, you emigrated at an early age.
What is the relation between mother tongue and bilingualism?
Someone who is bilingual knows two languages. The "mother tongue" would be the original, first language that the person learned. Usually the same language that is spoken in the region... but not always. There is not always a mother tongue. If a child grows up bilingual... two languages are spoken by the parents, and the child learns two languages from day one... that would be a case where "mother tongue" might not apply to the idea of bilingualism.
What are some disadvantages of the mother tongue as language of teaching and learning?
Some disadvantages of using the mother tongue as the language of teaching and learning include limited access to materials and resources in that language, potential barriers for students transitioning to other languages later in their education or career, and challenges in maintaining proficiency in a globalized world where proficiency in other languages is often valued.
What is aishwarya rai mother tongue?
Her mother tongue is 'Tulu'.
How many pages does The Mother Tongue have?
The Mother Tongue has 279 pages.
What is the synonym for 'language'?
There is the word 'tongue' which replaces 'language' in some contexts, such as 'mother tongue' - one's first language.
Why is 'mother tongue' called 'mother tongue'?
== In this case tongue means language. It is called mother tongue because it is the language spoken by the mother country in which you were born. In multilingual societies like Nigeria, Ghana and most African countries, mother tongue cannot refer to only the language spoken by the mother country. Mother tongue would mean the language the mother or caretaker passes on to the child. The assumption is that children grow under the eye of their mothers, hence mother tongue.
What is the mother tongue of sunil gavaskar?
Sunil Gavaskar's Mother tongue is Konkani
When was The Mother Tongue created?
"The Mother Tongue: English and How It Got That Way" was written by Bill Bryson in 1990.
What are the advantages and disadvantagesof using the mother tongue as the medium of instruction in the primary grades?
Advantages: It can enhance students' understanding of topics, improve communication between teachers and students, and help preserve the cultural identity of the students. Disadvantages: Limited resources in the mother tongue, potential barriers when transitioning to other languages later in education, and the need for skilled educators who are fluent in both the mother tongue and the target language.
Is tongue a synonym for language?
Yes it is, tongue and mother tongue as a synonym.
What is the mother tongue in Panama City?
Spanish is the mother tongue but many do speak English.
What is the mother tongue for rahul dravid?
Rahul Dravid's mother tongue is Kannada.
What is the ISBN of The Mother Tongue?
The ISBN of The Mother Tongue is 0-380-71543-0.
