THE EVOLUTION OF HUMAN LANGUAGE: KEY FACTORS AND DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES
Keywords:
Human language evolution; proto-language; phonosemantics; cognition; social communication; writing systems; globalization; Odam Tili theoryAbstract
This article explores the evolution of human languages from their biological and
cognitive origins to the complex global linguistic systems of today. By analyzing the
interplay between anatomical, social, and technological factors, the study outlines the
major stages of linguistic development—ranging from proto-communication to the
modern digital era. The paper further highlights how language not only reflects human
cognition but also actively shapes it. Within this context, the author introduces the
Odam Tili (Human Language) theoretical perspective, emphasizing the phonosemantic
and empirical foundations of speech evolution.
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