My name is Tiara. A very common word, tiara means crown. Tiara's have been around for many centuries now. The definition of a Tiara is a jeweled ornamental band worn on the front of a womans hair. (A three-tiered crown). The name Tiara, originates from the english language, and is commonly used in english speaking countries. The name was most popular from 1985-early 2000s. I was bron in 1999, and do have a couple friends who do share the same name as me. Although refering to the urban dictionary, someone with the name Tiara is a "f****** goddess and oftenly described as perfect." which I can't really argue with. According to google as Tiara, I am very sensitive, affectionate and imaginative. Overall a very positive person. My luckiest number is 11, which is odd as there is never a day when I would miss 11:11 to make a wish. I am proud to be a Tiara, and I know the name itself has shaped me into the person I am today, maybe without even knowing it.
2. What did medieval linguist Antonio de Nebrija mean when he told Queen Isabella that: “language is the perfect instrument of empire?” How has language contributed to colonial power? Focus on a specific example. "Language is the perfect instrument of empire" Antonio de Nebrija, medieval linguist told Queen Isabella. But what is the deeper meaning behind this quote. The quote is trying to say how people really do underestimate the power of language alone. Too many, think language is just a means of communication but in reality you could say language is the glue that holds an "empire" together. Language imperialism, refers to "the transfer of a dominant language to other people". The transfer is essentially a demonstration of power, traditionally, military power but also, in the modern world, economic power and aspects of the dominant culture are usually transferred along with the language. If you think of it language has enough power to rul...
I enjoyed the element of humour in your blog.
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