Where You’re At

Created by: The Where You're At Group

Have you ever wondered where words come from and who makes up language? Language is ancient and dynamic, it continues to transform. Sometimes words and phrases that are used in ways that are not literal. When different languages and dialects collide, the way that we play with language is highlighted. Language becomes a symbol of culture.

What words, sayings or expressions are unique to your community or family?

To learn more about the University of Liverpool’s research into language and dialect visit https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/english/research/clusters-centres/Sociolinguistics-and-Multilingualism/