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Norman-French

Description:

Norman-French refers to the variety of the French language that was spoken in Normandy, a historical region in northern France. It emerged as a distinct dialect during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century and had a profound influence on the English language. Norman-French represents an important stage in the evolution of the French language and has left a lasting impact on legal, administrative, and technical terminology in both English and French.

Sample Sentences:

1. William the Conqueror and his followers spoke Norman-French.
2. Many words in the English language have their origins in Norman-French.
3. The use of Norman-French in legal documents continued for several centuries.
4. Studying Norman-French provides insight into the historical development of the French language.

Possible Related Products:

• Books on the History of Norman-French Language
• Books on the Norman Conquest
• Books on the History of the English Language