Episode 87: The First Spelling Reformers
The History of English Podcast
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The Origins and Development of I, Y, and J
This chapter explores the emergence of the distinct letters I, Y, and J in the English language, discussing how the Y evolved from the original letter I and how the J sound developed through the use of different letters in French and English. It also examines the spelling changes associated with these letters and highlights the impact of dictionaries on English spelling.
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