Contents
1. Introduction 1
2. The Role of Latin during the EModE period 2
3. Latin as lingua franca of Science 3
4. Borrowings and Loanwords from Latin 5
5. Anglicization and Word Formation 7
6. Inkhorn Terms 9
7. Conclusion 10
8. Works Cited 12
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- The Role of Latin during the Early Modern English Period
- Latin as the lingua franca of Science
- Borrowings and Loanwords from Latin
- Anglicization and Word Formation
- Inkhorn Terms
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper aims to analyze the influence of Latin on the Early Modern English lexicon. The paper explores the role of Latin in England during the Early Modern English period, focusing on the Reformation and the Renaissance. It investigates the borrowing of words from Latin, the formation of new words, and the consequences for the English language. The paper concludes by providing an outlook on further research possibilities.
- The role of Latin during the Early Modern English period
- The influence of the Reformation and the Renaissance on the use of Latin
- Latin as the lingua franca of science
- Borrowings and loanwords from Latin
- Anglicization and word formation
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the topic of the paper by providing background information on the history of the English language and the influences of other languages, particularly Latin, on its development. It highlights the significant growth and enrichment of the English lexicon during the Early Modern English period.
- The Role of Latin during the Early Modern English Period: This chapter examines the status of Latin in England during the Middle English and Early Modern English periods. It discusses the role of Latin in theology, law, and administration, and the impact of the Reformation and the Renaissance on its usage. The chapter explores the decline of Latin as a dominant language and the rise of English, highlighting the role of the Reformation and the growing national identity of England.
- Latin as the lingua franca of Science: This chapter focuses on the continued importance of Latin as the language of science and higher education during the Early Modern English period. It discusses the reasons behind this persistence, including the Renaissance and the resurgence of classical philosophical ideas.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key terms and concepts explored in this paper include Early Modern English, Latin, English lexicon, Reformation, Renaissance, lingua franca, borrowing, loanwords, anglicization, word formation, inkhorn terms, and the Oxford English Dictionary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Latin influence Early Modern English?
Latin significantly enriched the English lexicon through thousands of loanwords and influenced word formation during the Renaissance.
What are 'Inkhorn Terms'?
Inkhorn terms were obscure or pretentious words borrowed from Latin that were often criticized for being unnecessary or difficult to understand.
Why was Latin used as the lingua franca of science?
During the Renaissance, Latin allowed scholars across Europe to communicate and share scientific discoveries in a common language.
Did the Reformation affect the use of Latin?
Yes, the Reformation encouraged the use of English in religious contexts, leading to a gradual decline of Latin's dominance in theology.
What is Anglicization in the context of this paper?
It refers to the process of adapting Latin words to fit the phonetic and grammatical structures of the English language.
- Quote paper
- Anne Volkmer (Author), 2012, The Influence of Latin on the EModE Lexicon, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/205533
