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How will Icelandic survive the digital age? | Far Flung

TED Talks Daily

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Preserving Icelandic: Language in Transition

This chapter examines the challenges and changes facing the Icelandic language in a modern global context, particularly among the youth in Reykjavik. It discusses the delicate balance between preserving linguistic heritage and adapting to contemporary influences, while highlighting the role of the Icelandic Language Commission in promoting language use. The chapter paints a vivid picture of Iceland's natural beauty alongside a community grappling with cultural shifts and the evolution of its language.

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