Endangered Languages

#Culture

When the world loses a piece of itself

Updated: 2024.08.14

3 min read · Intermediate

Endangered Languages

멸종 위기에 처한 언어들

Articles

Lost for words: fears of ‘catastrophic’ language loss due to rising seas

Videos

Endangered languages: why it matters | Mandana Seyfeddinipur | TEDxLSHTM Dying Languages | National Geographic

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

How do you think globalization contributes to the endangerment of languages? Explain.

언어 소멸에 세계화가 어떻게 기여한다고 생각하시나요? 설명해보세요.

Can we reduce the endangerment of languages? How?

언어 소멸을 줄일 수 있을까요?

In what ways can climate change and urbanization lead to the extinction of languages?

기후 변화와 도시화가 어떻게 언어 소멸로 이어질 수 있나요?

How does language diversity compare to other forms of diversity? Explain.

언어 다양성이 다른 종류의 다양성과 어떻게 비교되나요?

How do you feel about the idea that language extinction can affect resilience within a community?

언어 소멸이 한 사회의 회복에 영향을 줄 수 있다는 것에 대해 어떻게 생각하세요?

How might the world change as a result of language loss? Explain.

언어 소멸로 인해 세계는 어떻게 변화할까요? 설명해보세요.

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

liken

to compare one thing to another, especially in order to show similarities

Ví dụ

He likened the process to a marathon, requiring endurance and patience.

Ví dụ

She likened the new software to a Swiss army knife, versatile and handy.

dominant

having power and influence over others

Ví dụ

The dominant culture in the region influenced many aspects of daily life.

Ví dụ

The company's dominant position in the market allows it to set prices.

resilience

the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness

Ví dụ

Her resilience in the face of adversity was truly inspiring.

Ví dụ

The community showed great resilience after the natural disaster.

enact

to make a law or pass legislation

Ví dụ

The government plans to enact new environmental regulations.

Ví dụ

Congress voted to enact the new healthcare bill.

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