THE ETYMOLOGY OF MODERN ENGLISH VOCABULARY: NATIVE WORDS AND BORROWINGS
Keywords:
Modern English, etymology, native words, borrowings, Old English, Latin, French, Norse, language evolutionAbstract
Modern English is a rich tapestry of linguistic influences, shaped by centuries of cultural exchange, conquests, and interactions with other languages. This article explores the etymology of modern English vocabulary, focusing on the interplay between native words rooted in Old English and borrowed terms from Latin, French, Norse, and other languages. By examining the origins of these words, their historical contexts, and their integration into English, this study highlights how English has evolved into one of the most versatile and globally influential languages today.
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