Study uncovers lost 'golden age' of languages

A new study coauthored by Yale linguist Claire Bowern suggests that tens of thousands of languages were spoken between 1,000 and 3,000 years ago.
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A recent study indicates that between 1,000 and 3,000 years ago, there may have been tens of thousands of languages in use, shedding light on a previously overlooked period in linguistic history. This research could reshape our understanding of language development and diversity.

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