A lingua franca is a common language used for communication between people with different native languages. From Latin and Swahili to modern English, lingua francas connect cultures, enable trade, and shape global communication in a multilingual world.
Language is more than words, it’s a reflection of culture. From politeness levels in Japanese to untranslatable words like hygge and saudade, discover 7 fascinating examples of how culture shapes the way we speak and think.