The Maya language doesn't acknowledge time, not even with prepositions like "before" and "after." These kinds of linguistic tics are often overlooked or outright lost when we talk about translation, but there's also a lot we can learn from them about the powers of perception and language.
How to talk about time in a language that doesn't have any tenses
- COMMENTS
- atemporal
- atemporality
- language
- language rights
- linguistics
- Maya
- temporal distortion
- tense
- time
Study finds legalese language a "magic spell" of authority
Researchers at MIT set out to study the origins of impenetrable legal language, especially complex sentences that mix definitions with directives—a hallmark of "legalese." Expecting to find that such language… READ THE REST
Merriam-Webster's word of the year is "polarization"
The enshittification of social media left her doomscrolling through a polarized feed, her brainrot deepening with every bratty meme war. Enshittification, brainrot, brat and now polarization have been selected by… READ THE REST
Brain Rot is Oxford's word of the year
Oxford University Press named "Brain Rot" its word of the year, referring to the deterioriation of one's mental state and intellect as a result of consuming content, especially online. It… READ THE REST
Get premium device protection for less than $7 per device this year
TL;DR: Get lifetime ad-free browsing and online protection with AdGuard Family Plan for just $19.97 (reg. $169). Your online world is under attack. Intrusive ads, sneaky trackers, and malware-ridden pop-ups are lurking in… READ THE REST
Microsoft Project Professional 2024: Lifetime License for Windows – $79.97
TL;DR: Save 92% on a Microsoft Project Pro 2024 lifetime license for Windows while codes last. Last time we ran this deal, they sold out within the day. Feeling overwhelmed at work? You… READ THE REST
Stop wasting money at the grocery store—become a BJ's member for just $20
TL;DR: Get a 1-year BJ's Club Card membership for just $20 (reg. $60) and enjoy massive discounts on groceries, gas, and more. We all know grocery shopping is expensive, and filling… READ THE REST