How many languages are there in the world? There are about 6,800 languages currently spoken in the world, according to Douglas Whalen, president of the Endangered Language Fund. But that number is ...

Language connects humans and its shapes how we connect, trade, and share ideas across borders. In 2025, over 7,000 languages are spoken worldwide, yet just a handful dominate global communication.

Thousands of languages are facing extinction, and researchers are turning to artificial intelligence to preserve and revitalize them. Can this technology save endangered languages before it’s too late ...

New research shows that wherever human populations mix, their languages blend as well ...

Language is more than just a tool for communication; it is a living record of human history, culture, and civilization. While many ancient languages have disappeared over time, a select few have ...