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Unpacking Orel's Claim: Albanian *kar and Romani Origins

Fragment of an apotropaic mosaic with a fish-shaped cock surrounded by two triangular female vulvas and the inscription O CHARI. From Hadrumetum, dated between the late 2nd and mid-3rd centuries AD. Archaeological Museum of Sousse, Tunisia. Vladimir Orel claims that the Albanian word *kar is borrowed from:   kar m ‘penis’. Borrowed from Gypsy kar id. (MEYER Wb. 176). 0 TREIMER MRIW | 366; TAGLIAVINI Dalmazia 141. However, the Romani language's history contradicts this: The first written evidence of Romani dates back to 1542 AD in Western Europe. Linguistic analysis suggests Romani originated from New Indo-Aryan languages, indicating migration from India around 1000 AD. Romani's grammatical evolution, such as losing the neuter gender, parallels other Indian languages. The language developed distinct features during migration, influenced by languages like Greek and Armenian. Given the timeline, Orel's claim seems unlikely. Possible explanations: 1. Albanian *kar might be an a...
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Fluid Dynamics: Exploring Albanian Influences on Latin

The Latin word "fluid" can be broken down into its constituent parts:  FLUID = FLU + UID > FLU + UIT (D>T).  This decomposition reveals potential connections to the Albanian language. Albanian Roots 1. "UI" / "UJ" meaning water, as seen in Albanian words like "ujë" (water). 2. "F" indicating air blowing, possibly derived from the sound of exhaling air. 3. "LU" suggesting movement, as in Albanian words like "luj-leviz" (to move). Component Analysis - F'LU: movement in blowing or air flow - UID/UIT: water, a gender-specific form of Albanian language. Implications This etymological analysis suggests that the Latin word "fluid" might have roots in the Albanian language. The presence of distinct Albanian roots for water ("ujë") and movement ("lu") contrasts with Latin's use of "aqua" and "movere" for these concepts. Linguistic Connections Further exploration ...

Deciphering Albanian: The Power of Sound Symbolism

The Albanian language holds a unique characteristic: it contains codes within its words. One such code is the letter "G", which carries a specific meaning. The letter "G" isn't just a part of words like "gjë" (thing), "gur" (stone), "gojë" (mouth), "gju" (knee), "gisht" (finger), and "grusht" (fist); it's the code itself. These words owe their meanings to the presence of "G", which symbolizes the union of two or more elements into a single entity. This coding pattern extends beyond these examples. Albanian words like "grumbull" (gather, heap) and "gjitha" (all) also feature the "G" code, conveying a sense of unity or togetherness. Interestingly, English words like "gather" and "together" seem to echo this concept. The Albanian language's coding system is rooted in its ancient heritage. As a written language with roots dating back to anc...

The Evolution of Meaning: A Challenge to Comparative Linguistics

Why is comparative linguistics stagnant? Unraveling the Origins of "Rrush" (Grape) in Albanian The etymology of the Albanian word "rrush" (grape) has long been a subject of debate. Official explanations often obscure the true origins of the word, and many linguists overlook the symbolic significance and metaphorization that underlie the creation of words. Instead of examining "rrush" as a physical object and exploring its shape to uncover the universal symbol behind its creation, linguists often focus on decompositions that are not essential to understanding the word's origins. The symbol "rro" with the sound "ro" represents roundness, a concept that was likely formed as a linguistic notion long before the development of alphabets. This symbol was later represented by the letter Rho (Ρ, ρ), the 17th letter of the Greek alphabet. The word "rush" was created thousands of years ago, during the time of the first grape cultivat...

The Dual Nature of ADAM: Unveiling Ancient Linguistic Connections

The Power of Spoken Language In ancient times, language was a living, breathing entity, spoken and heard rather than written and read. Words carried weight and meaning, passed down through generations by word of mouth. The sounds, rhythms, and cadences of spoken language conveyed emotions, intentions, and ideas. The Roots of Meaning Words like "AT" (father) and "AM" (mother) of the Albanian language might have originated from fundamental human experiences and observations. "AT" could represent the paternal figure, while "AM" symbolizes the maternal. These roots might have been used to describe the world, relationships, and human experiences. Symbolism in Everyday Life In spoken language, symbolism plays a crucial role. Words and sounds can evoke emotions, convey meaning, and create connections. The letter "A" might represent beginnings, life, or family, as seen in words like "AT" and "AM." The Evolution of Language A...

Language's Hidden Patterns: A Symbolic Exploration

A Lesson for Linguists Who Think They Are Etymological Linguists: The Symbolic Roots of Albanian Language, often perceived as a mere system of words and sounds, conceals a profound complexity beneath its surface. Ancient roots and symbolic codes intricately shape the meaning and structure of our communication. This article embarks on an investigation into the symbolic language, utilizing Albanian as a case study to unveil the hidden patterns and meanings embedded within words. The Albanian language, distinguished by its unique structure and etymology, offers a captivating glimpse into the symbolic roots of language. The word "Draper" (sickle), for instance, can be deconstructed into symbols for division (ndarje) and cutting (prerje), followed by the suffix "-er." This etymological breakdown reveals a profound connection between sound, symbol, and meaning. Similarly, the word "Drit" (light) can be traced back to the symbol and name for the sun (diell) and t...

Unraveling the Albanian Roots of Latin Words

The Latin word "diluvium" meaning "flood" has sparked an intriguing discussion about its potential Albanian origins. Breaking down "diluvium" into "DIL UJ" with "Dil" meaning "exit" and "Uj" meaning "water" offers a compelling etymology. This analysis suggests that "diluvium" can be literally translated to "water outflow," aligning with the concept of flooding. Albanian Connection The Albanian language provides an interesting perspective on the word's construction. Using Albanian roots, "diluvium" could be reconstructed as: From proto-Albanian  - DIL UI BI (Exit water over) - DIL UI BI(Y)T (Exit water drowning) From modern Albanian: - DEL UJI MBI (Exit water over) - DEL UJI MBYT (Exit water drowning) Linguistic Evolution In Latin the letter 'V' represented both sounds U and V. V was later differentiated into the character 'v' representing the consonant, and ...