English Language Day 2024: 5 Quotes Worth Sharing

Each year on April 23rd, United Nations (UN) English Language Day is observed to honour the birth and death anniversaries of William Shakespeare, the celebrated playwright, and poet. It's a day to celebrate the richness and diversity of the English language, which is spoken by millions worldwide. On this occasion, here are 5 quotes that showcase the beauty and power of the English language:

1. "Language is the roadmap of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going." - Rita Mae Brown

2. "The limits of my language mean the limits of my world." - Ludwig Wittgenstein

3. "Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind." - Rudyard Kipling

4. "Language shapes the way we think and determines what we can think about." - Benjamin Lee Whorf

5.“Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going.” –Rita Mae Brown