Impact of Local Linguistics Between Scottish and English Language

Impact of Local Linguistics Between Scottish and English Language
Introduction
The English language is considered a global language in the modern world. It is the language of business, diplomacy, and science. However, according to Bobik (2010) and Kanaki (2021), the English language has different dialects and variations, depending on the region where it is spoken. In Great Britain, two major variations of the English language are Scottish English and Standard English. Although both variations are similar, Lawson (2014) suggests differences in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. The impact of local linguistics understanding between Scottish and the English language can be seen in different aspects of life. For instance, it can be observed in the way people from different regions communicate with each other.
In some cases, people from Scotland may not be able to understand the English spoken by people from other parts of the world. Kanaki (2021) illustrates that people from other parts of the world may not be able to understand Scottish English. This can lead to communication problems and misunderstanding. Apart from communication, the impact of local linguistics understanding between Scottish and the English language can also be seen in the way people from different regions identify themselves (Lawson, 2014). People from Scotland identify themselves as Scottish first and English second (Buchmaier, 2013; Lawson, 2014). On the other hand, people from other parts of the world may identify themselves as English first and Scottish.
Objectives of the Study
This study aims to investigate the impact of local linguistics understanding of the Scottish and English languages. The study will look at the historical development of both languages to establish major points of diversion and convergence. The study will focus on local linguistics in Scotland and English countries with the aim of understanding the local and regional influence. Some studies, such as Buchmaier (2013) and Kanaki (2021), have tried to fill the apparent lacuna in understanding the history and present situation of the Scottish language, which is similar to what this study aims to understand. Between the historical and current state of the Scottish language by presenting the findings of a recent study on the topic and analyzing some significant recent changes in Scotland.
Research Question
The research question for this study is: What is the impact of local linguistics understanding of the Scottish and English languages?
Background of the Study
Scots is the main dialect in Scotland and consists of words such as dae (do), aye (yes), fae (from), oot (out), and gie (give). Notably, Scots and English languages are related based on historical development. However, some recent research studies show that the Scottish native language is diminishing (Sürücü & Maslakçi, 2020). Currently, the Scottish use Scottish English and Scottish Gaelic. Only a small percentage of senior Gaels scattered over a few island villages in the Hebrides regularly utilize the language. In fact, the Scottish government has funded the development of primary and secondary schools in Edinburgh and Glasgow to increase access to Gaelic education as the vernacular community is disintegrating. According to Kanaki (2021), many Scots believed that their native tongue was fundamentally flawed and deficient in some way, making them develop a feeling of inferiority known as the Scottish cringe.
In 2021, the Scottish Parliament Cross Party reconstructed a Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group to advise the Scottish Government on Scottish language development. The study of modern history has made it possible to distinguish clearly the identities between the Scots and the English more generally while confirming the existence of some genuine differences within Scotland. Resultantly, Kanaki (2021) notes that the Scottish government seeks Gaelic among its employees and the general public in the hopes that more people would use it.
Literature Review
As earlier stated, the English language is considered a global language in the modern world, with over 1.4 billion speakers Kanaki (2021). Lawson (2014) notes that it is the language of diplomacy, civilization, development, and business. Bobik (2010) notes that in Great Britain, two major variations of the English language are Scottish English and Standard English. Although both variations are similar, Lawson (2014) suggests some differences in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. The impact of local linguistics understanding between Scottish and the English language can be seen in different aspects of life. For instance, it can be observed in the way people from different regions communicate with each other. In some cases, people from Scotland may not be able to understand the English spoken by people from other parts of the world.
Buchmaier (2013) illustrates that people from other parts of the world may not be able to understand Scottish English. This can lead to communication problems and misunderstanding. Lawson (2014) further notes that apart from communication, the impact of local linguistics understanding between Scottish and the English language can also be seen in the way people from different regions identify themselves. People from Scotland may identify themselves as Scottish first and English second (Buchmaier, 2013). On the other hand, people from other parts of the world may identify themselves as English first and Scottish. Walker (2017) notes various differences between linguistics understanding from British cultures in English Anglo Saxon and Glasgow Celts. According to Walker (2017), the Glasgow Celts view linguistics as something to be studied and to understand their language and culture, while the English Anglo Saxon views linguistics as something that can be used to improve their language skills. Similarly, Buchmaier (2013) goes on to add that the Glasgow Celts view linguistics as a static, fixed field while the English Anglo Saxon views linguistics as a living, evolving thing. The Glasgow Celts are more likely to be tolerant of different dialects and ways of speaking, while the English Anglo Saxon, as stated by (Lawson, 2014), are more likely to judge others based on their use of language.
When looking at the impact of local dialects on the Scottish and English languages, it is important to consider the history of the two languages. Walker (2017) illustrates that the Scottish language is a Celtic language, while English is a Germanic language. This means that the two languages have different roots, which can be seen in how they are spoken today. For example, Scottish Gaelic has more French and Latin influences than English. Walker (2017) states this is because the Gaelic language was introduced to Scotland by the Celts, who came from France and Italy. Similarly, Bobik (2010) states that the English language was introduced to England by the Anglo-Saxons, who came from Germany.
The two languages also have different grammar rules. For example, Bobik (2010) and Walker (2017) both suggest that in Scottish Gaelic, verbs always come before the subject, whereas in English, the order is usually subject-verb-object. When translating between the two languages, knowing the different grammatical rules is important. Bobik (2010) suggests that the local dialects of the Scottish and English languages can also impact how the two languages are spoken. For example, in the Scottish Highlands, the Gaelic language is spoken with a very different accent from how it is spoken in the Lowlands. According to Kanaki (2021), some researchers have looked at the different dialects spoken in each region to determine the impact of local linguistics understanding. Others have looked at the history of the two languages to identify potential factors that could impact the current situation. However, Kanaki (2021) states that more research is needed to fully understand the impact of local linguistics understanding between Scottish and the English language.
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