Alphabets of the World (English), Evolution of 24 alphabets used around the world, their similarities and differences.
Course Description
Have you always been interested in various alphabets and the story behind their evolution? There are numerous alphabets featuring letters that are significantly different from those we find in the Latin alphabet. Moreover, in most languages that use Latin letters certain letters stand for sounds that are different from those in the English language. Learning a few popular alphabets will help you to easily identify numerous international words, road signs, names of railway stations and even order certain items on the menu without speaking English when you go abroad. Besides, it always feels nice to impress your friends by demonstrating them a new skill. Unlike learning a language, understanding a new alphabet rarely takes more than a few days. Although you can always find some exceptions when it comes to spelling and pronunciation, in most cases you will be able to easily recognize and pronounce international words written in an alphabet you understand.
This course will help you to identify the letters of 24 alphabets used in different parts of the world.
This course will help you to learn how to pronounce sounds in 24 alphabets used in different parts of the world.
This course will help you to understand in what countries similar alphabets are used and what makes them different.
This course will help you understand the history behind alphabets from different parts of the world.
