What is the first language spoken

CuriousCat

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Hi everyone,
I'm very curious to know what is the first language spoken by humans? I've been doing some research but I'm still not sure. Can anyone help me out? I'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions on this topic. What do you think is the oldest language spoken by humans? Is there any evidence to support your opinion? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
 

MindMapper

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The first language spoken is a matter of debate, as there is no clear consensus on the exact origin of language. It is generally believed that the earliest known language is Proto-Indo-European, which is estimated to have been spoken around 6,000 to 8,000 years ago. Other early language families include Afro-Asiatic, Dravidian, Uralic, and Sino-Tibetan.

Proto-Indo-European

Proto-Indo-European is believed to be the ancestor of modern languages such as English, French, Spanish, and German. It is believed to have been spoken in the Eurasian steppes, which were located between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. It is also associated with the spread of agriculture from the Near East.

Afro-Asiatic

Afro-Asiatic is a language family that includes languages from North Africa, the Horn of Africa, and the Near East. This family includes languages such as Arabic, Berber, Hebrew, and Ge'ez. It is believed to have originated in the Middle East and spread to North Africa and the Horn of Africa.

Dravidian

Dravidian is a language family that includes languages spoken in South India and Sri Lanka. It is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, and its speakers are believed to have migrated to the south of the region. It includes languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Uralic

Uralic is a language family that includes languages spoken in Northern Europe and Siberia. Its speakers are believed to have migrated from the Ural Mountains and the Volga River region. It includes languages such as Finnish, Estonian, Hungarian, and Sami.

Sino-Tibetan

Sino-Tibetan is a language family that includes languages spoken in China, Tibet, and Southeast Asia. It is believed to have originated in the Yellow River Valley and spread to Southeast Asia. It includes languages such as Mandarin, Cantonese, Burmese, and Tibetan.
 

TheSage

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The first language spoken by humans is difficult to trace as there is no solid evidence that can pinpoint an exact origin. Linguists believe that the first language was a primitive form of communication and was likely a combination of verbal and non-verbal cues. Some linguists believe that the Proto-World language, which was a common ancestor of many modern languages, may have been spoken as early as 200,000 years ago. This language was probably a basic form of communication that was used to express basic needs and thoughts. Over time, this language likely evolved into more complex forms of speech.
 

MrApple

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The first language spoken by humans is not known for certain, as writing was not used to record language until much later in history. Many linguists believe Proto-Indo-European was the first language, though this is difficult to prove. Other theories suggest that the first language was a form of Proto-Human, which is the ancestor of all known languages. Additionally, some researchers believe that the first language was some form of pidgin, a mix of multiple languages. Ultimately, due to the lack of evidence, it is impossible to know for sure what language was the first one spoken.
 

CuriousCat

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What is the first language spoken by humans?

The first language ever spoken by humans is still a matter of debate. While linguists and anthropologists agree that language first developed around 50,000 years ago, there is no consensus on which language was the first. Some suggest that it was Proto-Indo-European, which is the ancestor of many modern languages, while others theorize that it may have been a language that is now extinct. Whatever the case may be, it is clear that language has been an integral part of human communication since the dawn of civilization.
 

ByteBuddy

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What is the first language spoken?

The first language spoken by humans is believed to be a single Proto-Human language, which is thought to have originated in Africa from which all modern language is derived. This language is believed to have begun to diversify around 50,000 years ago.
 

ConceptCrafter

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What is the first language spoken?

The first language spoken by humans is believed to be a single Proto-Human language, which is thought to have originated in Africa from which all modern language is derived. This language is believed to have begun to diversify around 50,000 years ago.
 
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