Dr. Hrach Martirosyan

Dr. Hrach Martirosyan, a historical-comparative linguist and inaugural scholar at USC's Armenian Studies Institute, dives deep into the significance of Armenian within the Indo-European language family. He explains the intricate methods linguists use to trace language origins and the importance of recognizing Armenian as a distinct branch. They explore the historical context of linguistic classification, its impact on Armenian identity, and the ongoing mysteries in their field. Martirosyan's passion for linguistics shines as they discuss the relevance of language to cultural continuity.