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  1. History of Polish language. The Polish language is a West Slavic language, and thus descends from Proto-Slavic, and more distantly from Proto-Indo-European. More specifically, it is a member of the Lechitic branch of the West Slavic languages, along with other languages spoken in areas within or close to the area of modern Poland: including ...

  2. May 21, 2024 · Jerzy R. Krzyzanowski. Polish language, West Slavic language belonging to the Lekhitic subgroup and closely related to Czech, Slovak, and the Sorbian languages of eastern Germany; it is spoken by the majority of the present population of Poland. The modern literary language, written in the Roman (Latin) alphabet, dates.

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  4. Polish is the most widely-used minority language in Lithuania's Vilnius County, by 26% of the population, according to the 2001 census results, as Vilnius was part of Poland from 1922 until 1939. Polish is found elsewhere in southeastern Lithuania.

  5. Polish Language Overview. Polish is the official language of Poland. Interestingly, 97% of the Polish population holds the Polish language as their native language. Officially, this makes Poland the most linguistically homogenous country in Europe. Polish is part of the Slavic language family.

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  6. The evolution of the Polish language is a testament to its resilience and adaptability. From its ancient Slavic roots to its present-day status as a vibrant European language, Polish has undergone profound transformations while retaining its distinct character. Its rich history, marked by influences from Latin, neighboring cultures, and ...

  7. 26 sierpnia, 2023. The Polish language, a fascinating member of the West Slavic group, has a rich and complex history that spans over a millennium. Its evolution, from the Old Polish of the Middle Ages to the Modern Polish we know today, is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Polish people and their culture.

  8. Around three millennia ago, this group fragmented and the Slavic language group, extending from the Baltic sea to the Med and Black Sea in the south east, was born. Around the 9th Century AD, the Polish language began to undergo changes that would mark this period out to linguists as the 'Old Polish' period.

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