Does any language have two you forms?

In some languages, in addition to such singular and plural forms, there is also a dual form, which is used when exactly two people or things are meant. Although relatively few languages have the dual number, using different words for groups of two and groups greater than two is not uncommon.

What languages have a formal you?

The Latin roots of the phenomenon mean that many of the Romance languages — the language family descended from Latin — have preserved the distinction. French has tu and vous, Italian has tu and Lei, Catalan has tu and vostè, European Portuguese has tu and você and Spanish has tú and usted.

Is English a mix of different languages?

English is a language of mixed origins in terms of its vocabulary. A search in the dictionary reveals many of our words were borrowed from Latin, French, Dutch, or Greek; it’s almost unexpected if a word can be traced back to Old English.

Does English mark number on verbs?

English verbs distinguish singular from plural number in the third person present tense (“He goes” versus “They go”). English treats zero with the plural number.

How do you say you plural in Russian?

Formal and Informal Ты (pronounced “tee”) is how you say “you” to a friend or family member. Russians are more formal than Americans, so if in doubt use Вы! Вы is also “you plural” or “you all.” In other words, you address a superior person as if he or she were several people.

How did Shakespeare change the English language?

Before Shakespeare’s time, written English was, on the whole, not standardized. His works contributed significantly to the standardization of grammar, spelling, and vocabulary. Shakespeare introduced 1,700 original words into the language, many of which we still use (despite significant changes to the language since Shakespeare’s time).

What are some examples of Shakespeare’s language?

These words include: “lonely,” “frugal,” “dwindle,” and many more >many more. In addition to all these words, many phrases that we use daily originated in Shakespeare’s work. When you talk about “breaking the ice” or having a “heart of gold,” or when you use any number of other phrases, you’re using Shakespeare’s language.

How many words did Shakespeare add to English?

Shakespeare introduced 1,700 original words into the language, many of which we still use (despite significant changes to the language since Shakespeare’s time). These words include: “lonely,” “frugal,” “dwindle,” and many more >many more.

Why don’t we understand Shakespeare’s influence?

Most do so begrudgingly. Part of this reaction is because, despite reassurances from teachers that Shakespeare was one of the most influential writers in the English language (and in the world), many students don’t understand exactly how profound Shakespeare’s influence was on the development of the English language.