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rich-leduc.bsky.social
Most #ttrpg folks and #LanguageNerds have seen this, but if you haven't, Happy Holidays!
December 25, 2024 at 5:36 PM
ajsappleaday.bsky.social
The core of the system I use for expressing #GoodVibes online #IYKYK

Base image #Yogi by kjpargeter on Freepik #💝

#YTT #Yoga #Chakras #🩵#InternetCommunication #NetSpeak #Emojis #AltCommunication #LanguageNerds #Artsy #LeftField #Nerd #OccultSky #PaganSky #WitchSky #Magic #MagicSystems #FolkMagic
Colourful mandala with silhouette of crosslegged yogi in front. Superimposed on the silhouette are coloured hearts starting with brown below (earth) then red, orange, yellow, green mid-chest, blue at throat, purple, indigo at crown and white above.
November 16, 2024 at 12:36 AM
rich-leduc.bsky.social
I love stuff like this. Linguists use Bayesian approaches on large data sets to sort out interesting questions on the originof languages. And comparing it with biological and anthropological sources.
#LanguageNerds #phylogenetics
greekreporter.com/2024/12/21/n...
Study of Indo-European Languages Origin Reconciles Two Dominant Hypotheses - GreekReporter.com
A study on Indo-European languages, using direct linguistic data, reconciles the two dominant hypotheses of where and how they immerged.
greekreporter.com
December 24, 2024 at 1:38 PM
shannondrake.bsky.social
I love these books 🥰😍📚📖📘

#BookSky #Linguistics #Polyglots

#LanguageNerds #Duolingo

#German #English #Italian #French

#Spanish #Russian

#ComparativeLinguistics
DK’s 5 Language Visual Dictionary (English, German, Spanish, French, Italian) and DK’s Russian-English Visual Dictionary
April 25, 2025 at 1:03 AM
jonathanhsy.bsky.social
HEY #languagenerds #onhere: favorite biography of a language?
I'm looking for more reading material @GrammarRabble

Wex: Born to Kvetch (Yiddish)
Ostler: Ad Infinitum (Latin)
Crystal: The Stories of English
Schor: Bridge of Words (Esperanto)
Okrent: Land of Invented Languages
November 23, 2024 at 2:48 PM
morgaine620.bsky.social
Of Leopards & Cats for #languagenerds
Of Leopards & Cats
This week's expression is: A leopard doesn’t change its spots. Der Ausdruck dieser Woche ist Die Katze lässt das Mausen nicht 🐝 More from "The Bee Writes..." The Bee Writes... on Patreon (link) The Bee Writes... on the Web ⬇️ The Bee Writes (link) The Bee Writes... im Web ⬆️
the-bee-writes.com
April 17, 2025 at 7:16 PM
canrau.com
Haha this is hilarious 🤣

#Language #LanguageNerds #British #American
Instagram Screenshot: "American computer: Would you like to enable cookies? British computer: Alroyt mate, do you want biscuits on yer laptop innit bruv?"
November 27, 2024 at 6:25 PM
handle.invalid
In Casey's tiny room, strays find solace, "Laudable," whispered in their purrs. Pronounced "lo-di-bel," from Latin laudabilis, it means praiseworthy. Her noble act, a feline haven, echoes love and grace. Casey's heart shines in every tender embrace.

#WordOfTheDay #Etymology #LanguageNerds
March 24, 2025 at 6:42 AM
sardaincontinente.bsky.social
#languagenerds
Cryptic compliments. 🙃
December 23, 2024 at 12:57 PM
tammyc.bsky.social
Please help me, Writing Community! I need synonyms for "woo-woo" - which I only learned today is hyphenated! Anyone have any suggestions? #writingcommunity #authors #languagenerds
February 14, 2024 at 3:00 PM
shannondrake.bsky.social
blog.duolingo.com/duolingo-upd...

#Duolingo #LanguageNerds #Polyglots #Linguistics
6 ways Duolingo has improved its courses
Check out the latest Duolingo features and courses—you might be surprised how much has changed.
blog.duolingo.com
May 7, 2025 at 2:18 AM
pageandpostage.bsky.social
🌍💬 One Language to Unite Them All? ✨📮

The Visionary Doctor Who Tried to Heal the World With Words

www.instagram.com/reel/DMc47Ef...

#Esperanto #StampStory #Zamenhof #InventedLanguages #PageAndPostage #StampCollectors #PostalHistory #LanguageNerds #Bookstagram #EsperantoCongress #PolishPhilately
July 23, 2025 at 1:13 PM
kecreighton.bsky.social
Peace and Genocide -- What do these words mean to you? Read today's #DailyDraftsAndDialogues post and let's discuss #WritersOfBlueSky #WritingCommunity #LanguageNerds #Bookworms
Peace and Genocide
In today’s world, what do these two words mean to you? Keep reading, then leave a comment to join this dialogue. And be sure to check out today’s writing prompt at the bottom of this post.
www.dailydraftsanddialogues.com
May 5, 2025 at 4:13 PM
abacusobserver.bsky.social
Organise or organize?

Why most of the English-speaking world said no to the "z"... except the US (and kinda Canada). A quick dive into spelling, history, and cultural identity.

Read now 👉 medium.com/@abacustrans...

#BritishEnglish #CanadianEnglish #SpellingMatters #LanguageNerds #MyFairLady
“-ise” or “-ize”? The Spelling Divide Across the English-Speaking World
English is a fun language.
medium.com
August 1, 2025 at 11:16 PM
shannondrake.bsky.social
blog.duolingo.com/canadian-eng...

#Canada #MapleMeidas #ElbowsUp

Made me chuckle 🤭 eh? 🍁🇨🇦

#Duolingo #Linguistics #LanguageNerds
Image from Duolingo with the text, Canadian English isn’t just American but nicer, it’s a unique dialect! You’re curious now, eh?
May 2, 2025 at 4:20 AM
hollythayer.bsky.social
I need a word for a particular sort of bittersweet good mood. One that comes unexpectedly, early in the morning, and with an edge of dread. Because you just know the day's circumstances are bound to pummel it away. #languagenerds
February 14, 2024 at 5:46 PM
chadlavin.bsky.social
philosophers can send complaints about the Spelling Bee to [email protected]
September 17, 2025 at 10:54 AM
zoran38111.bsky.social
The Language Nerds 😎
#languagenerds
#sax #violins
'Sax & Violins' pun
May 22, 2025 at 9:13 AM
asian1der.bsky.social
Fun new words that describe our current reality… an oligarchy that is actually a kakistocracy which is sadly a kleptocracy. #languagenerds #gobills
January 25, 2025 at 10:28 AM