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3 days ago · The English language is far and away the most widely used in the United States. Its roots trace back to the British colonial era, which began with the settlement in present-day Jamestown, Virginia in 1607.
2 days ago · English language, a West Germanic language of the Indo-European language family that is closely related to the Frisian, German, and Dutch languages. It originated in England and is the dominant language of the U.S., the U.K., Canada, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.
2 days ago · English language - Dialects, Grammar, Vocabulary: The abbreviation RP (Received Pronunciation) denotes what is traditionally considered the standard accent of people living in London and the southeast of England and of other people elsewhere who speak in this way.
2 days ago · English language - Old English, Middle English, Modern English: Among highlights in the history of the English language, the following stand out most clearly: the settlement in Britain of Jutes, Saxons, and Angles in the 5th and 6th centuries; the arrival of St. Augustine in 597 and the subsequent conversion of England to Latin Christianity ...
1 day ago · Real conversations in easy English to help you learn English. BBC Learning English presenters talk about a new topic each week and explain words to help you learn.
4 days ago · 8 steps to learn English by yourself. Learning English on your own can be a rewarding and empowering journey. By following a step-by-step plan, you’re sure to progress from absolute beginner to fluent in no time at all. 1.
3 days ago · 6 Minute English. Intermediate level. Our long-running series of topical discussion and new vocabulary, brought to you by your favourite BBC Learning English presenters. From the archives. All 6...
