#392 | Homes, Homelessness & Evolving English

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English Learning for Curious Minds
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As time goes by, language continues to evolve.  
In this episode, we explore the question of evolving English, and the specific question of how we refer to people without a permanent and stable place to live, as this example highlights the politicisation of language. 
Language's purpose: communicate information between people Language changes over time, often for political reasons Referring to people without a permanent home Difference between "house" and "home" "Homeless" as the most commonly used term Push to replace "homeless" with "houseless" or "unhoused" Critics argue "homeless" implies streets are a legitimate home Question of whether it matters to homeless individuals Homelessness is a complex issue
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.co....m/podcasts/evolving-
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