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English: A Tapestry of Words

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By Reyan AliPublished 12 months ago 1 min read
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English: A Tapestry of Words
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In realms of speech, a tapestry unfurls,

A language woven with fascinating twirls,

Its essence captured in letters so refined,

English, the melody of the human mind.

From ancient roots, it did arise,

Through centuries, it sought the skies,

A fusion born of Latin and old Norse,

A linguistic symphony, a powerful force.

With Shakespeare's quill, it danced and soared,

Brought to life the tales we adored,

Through sonnets and soliloquies, its beauty rang,

English, a language that forever sprang.

Its grammar, intricate, yet ever so grand,

With nouns, verbs, and adjectives in hand,

Syntax and structure, a delicate dance,

Shaping thoughts and ideas with every chance.

Through prose and poetry, it paints a scene,

Conveying emotions, like whispers in a dream,

Words, like brushstrokes, form a vivid hue,

English, a palette where expression is true.

On distant shores, its reach expands,

As nations embrace its gentle demands,

A lingua franca, crossing borders and seas,

Unifying voices, bridging cultures with ease.

Its cadence dances upon our lips,

In conversations, debates, and quips,

A universal tongue, a global thread,

Binding hearts together, in words we tread.

From the classics of old to modern refrains,

English weaves stories that forever remain,

A treasure trove of literature and lore,

A language of wonder, forever to adore.

So let us cherish this linguistic art,

The power of words, their infinite part,

English, a symphony of voices amassed,

Enriching our world, as time moves fast.

In every corner, its melodies unfurl,

A language that shapes our intricate world,

English, the tapestry of human connection,

A timeless gift, an eternal reflection.

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