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An '''extinct language''' is a [[language]] that no longer has any [[native speakers]]. This typically occurs when a language is no longer spoken as a primary language by any community. Extinction can happen for various reasons, including [[cultural assimilation]], [[colonization]], and the dominance of other languages.<br />
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==Causes of Language Extinction==<br />
Languages can become extinct due to several factors:<br />
* [[Cultural assimilation]]: When speakers of a language adopt another language and abandon their native language.<br />
* [[Colonization]]: The imposition of a colonizer's language on indigenous populations.<br />
* [[Globalization]]: The spread of dominant languages like [[English language|English]], [[Spanish language|Spanish]], and [[Mandarin Chinese]].<br />
* [[Economic factors]]: Economic advantages of speaking a dominant language can lead to the abandonment of minority languages.<br />
* [[Natural disasters]]: Events that can decimate populations and disrupt the transmission of language to future generations.<br />
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==Examples of Extinct Languages==<br />
* [[Latin language|Latin]]: Once the language of the [[Roman Empire]], now only used in specific contexts such as [[Roman Catholic Church|Catholic liturgy]].<br />
* [[Etruscan language|Etruscan]]: An ancient language of Italy that was replaced by Latin.<br />
* [[Akkadian language|Akkadian]]: An ancient language of Mesopotamia, replaced by [[Aramaic language|Aramaic]] and later by [[Arabic language|Arabic]].<br />
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==Revival Efforts==<br />
Some extinct languages have been revived through dedicated efforts:<br />
* [[Hebrew language|Hebrew]]: Once considered extinct as a spoken language, it was revived in the 19th and 20th centuries and is now the official language of [[Israel]].<br />
* [[Cornish language|Cornish]]: A [[Celtic language]] of [[Cornwall]], which has seen revival efforts since the 20th century.<br />
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==Impact of Language Extinction==<br />
The extinction of a language often results in the loss of cultural heritage and knowledge. Languages carry unique worldviews, traditions, and histories. The loss of a language can mean the loss of traditional knowledge about [[medicine]], [[ecology]], and [[history]].<br />
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==Related Pages==<br />
* [[Endangered language]]<br />
* [[Language death]]<br />
* [[Language revitalization]]<br />
* [[Linguistics]]<br />
* [[Cultural heritage]]<br />
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==Categories==<br />
[[Category:Languages]]<br />
[[Category:Linguistics]]<br />
[[Category:Extinct languages]]<br />
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