One of the most dominant approaches to language learning today has leaned heavily on digital algorithms, such as gamified apps, short-burst repetitions, and conversation bots driven by artificial ...

Language learning is often a daunting prospect. Many of us wish we had learned a language to a higher level at school. But ...

If you have ever been confused by language rules, like grammatical gender, this feature will no longer be locked behind a ...

Morten H. Christiansen receives funding from the A&S New Frontier Grant Program at Cornell University. He is affiliated with the School of Communication and Culture and Interacting Minds Centre at ...

Learning a language can’t be that hard — every baby in the world manages to do it in a few years. Figuring out how the process works is another story. Linguists have devised elaborate theories to ...

Internet slang terms like "boop" and "chef's kiss" were added to major dictionaries in 2024, reflecting the evolution of language. Experts suggest autocorrect may contribute to declining spelling ...