Kristi Mets-Alunurm: Attitudes Towards the Estonian Language Often Start at Home
The article discusses how attitudes towards the Estonian language are often formed at home, highlighting the discomfort surrounding its learning and usage.
"Good morning" or "good day"?: The RAE clarified which is the correct form
The RAE clarifies the usage of 'buen día' versus 'buenos días' in Spanish, indicating that both are correct but contextually different.
The corner of the language: ‘Aposta’ and ‘apuesta’, their use depends on the context
The article discusses the correct usage of the Spanish words 'aposta' and 'apuesta', emphasizing that their selection depends heavily on context.
The famous battle of the narrative
The article discusses the cultural significance of language and how expressions evolve from popular roots to mainstream usage, often losing their original meaning in the process.
Launch of the ‘Easy Korean Language Usage’ Media Cooperation Group
A new media cooperation group has been established in South Korea to promote the use of easy and correct Korean language in the media.
‘Where do we draw the line?’ Montreal real estate agent surprised over OQLF letter
A Montreal real estate agent received a complaint from Quebec's language watchdog regarding insufficient French usage on his social media posts.
Yle: Salpausselkä has removed the name Indian Hill
The legendary site of Indian Hill in Salpausselkä, Lahti, has been renamed Kisatulikukkula amidst concerns over the problematic usage of the term 'Indian' in contemporary language.
Gloss: The Streak of Light
The article discusses the evolving usage of the word 'epic,' highlighting its newfound prevalence in various contexts, particularly following Donald Trump's rhetoric regarding Iran.
Language Outburst. Can Every Word Be Offensive?
The article explores the nuanced nature of language, arguing that while words can be offensive, their meanings and implications often depend on the context and historical usage.
Language Trap: So Words Don't Stay Lonely
The article discusses the misuse of the Estonian word 'reaalselt' (meaning 'actually' or 'really'), arguing that it dilutes the meaning of sentences rather than enhancing them.
Old Language Clichés: What is actually meant by such a concealment?
The article discusses the usage and context of the German phrase "kein Hehl aus etwas machen" and reflects on the importance of reviving older expressions.
The Corner of the Language: A Chulla Shoe
The article explains the unique grammatical usage of the Quechua word 'chulla' in Spanish, particularly in relation to objects that exist in pairs.
Bad Bunny reignites debate about the use of the term 'America'
Bad Bunny's performance at the Super Bowl has sparked a renewed discussion on the appropriate usage of the term 'America' to refer to the entire continent rather than just the United States.
Language Touch. Which capital letter is suitable in the contract?
An Estonian lawyer critiques the improper capitalization of legal terms in contract texts, calling for greater linguistic precision.
Real difference between ‘several’ and ‘many’
The article explores the distinct meanings and usage of the words 'several' and 'many', highlighting common misconceptions about their interchangeability.
There are many shifts in our use of the so-called little words
The article discusses the confusion and changes in the usage of prepositions in the Danish language, particularly focusing on the word 'ind mod' as a growing trend.
The Corner of the Language: Should ‘Carnaval’ be written with a capital or lowercase?
The article discusses the proper usage of capitalization for the term ‘carnaval’ in the context of the festive period preceding Lent and related events.
Bottle Water or Bottled Water?
The article discusses the correct usage of the terms 'bottled water' and 'bottle water,' noting that the incorrect version is more commonly used.
The Corner of Language: I Grip the Glasses, You Grip the Jug
The article discusses the irregular conjugation of the verb 'asir' in Spanish, highlighting its usage and grammatical nuances.
Anders Svensson: How Our Daily Language Use is Shaped by the Words Chosen by AI
The article discusses how AI language models, particularly Chat GPT, influence everyday language usage by reflecting the way people write and communicate.
80 Percent of the Population Can Make Little to No Sense of This Language Usage
A Hamburg court has overturned the dismissal of a Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency employee who refused to use gender-inclusive language, highlighting ongoing debates about gendered language in society.
Abirekka is good Finnish, says Kotus
Language expert Henna Leskelä from the Institute for the Languages of Finland (Kotus) affirms that 'abirekka' is a commonly used term in Finnish, highlighting its established cultural significance despite ongoing corrections in media usage.
Award-winning Helle Metslang: the opportunity to explore what was started until the end is a game of chance
Helle Metslang, an emeritus professor at the University of Tartu, received a national scientific award for her research on the usage-based diversity of the Estonian language, marking significant contributions to contemporary linguistics.
Phrase: Where do 'hate and incitement' come from?
The article explores the origins and rising usage of the phrase 'hate and incitement,' discussing how these concepts have evolved together over the last 15 years.
Is it incorrect to use 'impasse' in the sense of 'conflict or disagreement'?
The article discusses the correct usage of the term 'impasse' and highlights its meanings, suggesting that Spanish alternatives could be used instead.