Document Type
Creative Work
Publication Date
2025
Abstract
This paper talks about the romance language, Spanish, which evolved from Vulgar Latin after the fall of the Roman Empire. Influenced by the Visigoths, Moors, and the Christian Reconquista, its linguistic development reflects centuries of cultural exchange. The Moors introduced Arabic vocabulary, while the Reconquista reinforced Castilian dominance. Despite external influences, Spanish retains a phonetic system closely linked to Latin. This essay examines Spanish’s historical linguistics, highlighting how conquests, migrations, and societal shifts shaped its evolution.
Recommended Citation
Westmoreland, Alicia, "La historia externa del español hasta la reconquista" (2025). World Languages and Cultures Senior Capstones. 22.
https://kb.gcsu.edu/wlc_capstone/22
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