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English

language-focused

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/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈfəʊkəst/

focused on language

Etymology
Etymology Information

'language' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'lingua,' where 'lingua' meant 'tongue' or 'language.' 'focused' comes from Latin 'focus,' meaning 'hearth' or 'center.'

Historical Evolution

'language' evolved from Old French 'langage,' and 'focused' from Latin 'focus,' eventually becoming the modern English terms.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'language' meant 'tongue' or 'speech,' and 'focused' meant 'centered on a point.' Over time, 'language-focused' evolved to mean 'concentrated on language studies.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on or specialized in language or linguistic studies.

The course is language-focused, emphasizing grammar and vocabulary.

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Last updated: 2025/02/09 09:53