Re: Language & Culture

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D. Sadler wrote:
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> My husband and I were discussing how language and culture affect each other. We could think of many valid (we
> think) examples of how culture affects language but could not think of any specific examples of how culture is
> affected by language.
>
> Are we wrong in thinking that culture can be affected by language? Can anyone offer any ideas, thoughts, or
> examples of this concept?
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> Thanks in advance.
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> Diep Sadler
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> p.s. When you reply, could you also shoot me an email with your repsonse? My news server is not very
> reliable.

Hi,

You are correct in thinking that language affects culture. Look at the
american culture. We are comprised of many lanquage groups. Each
impacting, shaping and redefining our culture.

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