My favorite is Japanese. It's very literal and technical, and it's about what you say instead of how you say it, like Chinese (for example). I've found that the language of a given region tends to reflect the disposition and culture of the area that created it. German, a harsh and angry sounding language, was born from a strong and militaristic people. Russia is filled with powerful and intimidating people, their resolve galvanized by the harsh winters of the northern reaches. The Russian language reflects this well. English. Ah, English, my first language. This language is an amalgamation of several, perhaps even countless cultures adding to it and inventing new words. Look closely at American culture, and you'll see said influences rather clearly. Just look at the word 'no'. In English AND Spanish, it's the same word with the same meaning!
P.S.: I almost forgot about Latin. A very old, very proper and strict language that the Catholic Church reflects beautifully. What's more is that both are losing popularity fast! (ba-dum-tsh, bad joke, I keed. I don't hate religion, just what people have done for it's sake.)
P.S.: I almost forgot about Latin. A very old, very proper and strict language that the Catholic Church reflects beautifully. What's more is that both are losing popularity fast! (ba-dum-tsh, bad joke, I keed. I don't hate religion, just what people have done for it's sake.)
