Professor Antonella Sorace FRSE

Professor of Developmental Linguistics, University of Edinburgh

Antonella Sorace is a Professor of Developmental Linguistics at the University of Edinburgh. She is internationally known for her research on bilingualism across the lifespan, language typology, and gradience in natural language, where she combines methods from linguistics, experimental psychology, and cognitive science. She is committed to public engagement and is the founding director of the centre Bilingualism Matters, which has more than 30 branches on four continents.

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    Does comparing monolinguals and bilinguals really matter? Professor Antonella Sorace explores this and more in this thought-provoking talk.

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    Is language learning still necessary? And is it worth the time and effort? Experts in modern languages and linguistics explore the enduring significance of language-learning today.

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    Is it impossible to learn a language well at any age? And how can you start? Jump to: About Curious Accessible visits Many people believe that successfully learning another language as an adult is difficult, if not impossible. But is this really the case? Do you need a special talent to become multilingual later in […]