![[Video] 1,600 years of the English language in 10 minutes](http://cdn.visualnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/The-History-of-English.png)
The origins of the English language can be traced back to when the German tribes invaded Britain in the fifth century. Since then, the language has travelled the world, across colonial territories, trade routes and internet cables to give us its many hybrid versions.
The evolution of this Germanic language into modern-day English can be attributed to the language's ability to absorb, adapt and, in many instances, steal from its host language.
This clip offers a witty look at the history of the world's lingua franca.
We welcome your comments at
letters@scroll.in.
The evolution of this Germanic language into modern-day English can be attributed to the language's ability to absorb, adapt and, in many instances, steal from its host language.
This clip offers a witty look at the history of the world's lingua franca.
