Hello! Welcome to the Sucre Language Center Podcasts. We're opening with an exciting topic on 5 Interesting Facts about English (that you didn't know). Are you ready? Let's begin:

1) The shortest, oldest, and most commonly used word is “I.”

Medieval manuscripts reveal that some of the oldest words in English are “I,” “we,” “two,” and “three.” This makes “I” one of the shortest and oldest words in the English language. It is also the most commonly used word in English conversations.

2) “I am” is the shortest complete sentence in the English language <3

3) Swims will be swims, even when turned upside down.

That's right! Such words are called ambigrams.

4) A new word is added to the English dictionary every two hours.

During the course of the year, almost 4,000 new words are added! So, the next time you try to catch the attention of your Teacher and classmates, try adding some new words to your Speaking exercise ;).

and 5) English is the language of the air.

This means that all pilots have to identify themselves and speak in English while flying, regardless of their origin and nationality.

So there you have them:  5 Interesting Facts about English. I hope you enjoyed this podcast; make sure you join us next time. Bye!