Yiddish Language
Definition
Yiddish is a High German-derived language historically spoken by the Ashkenazi Jews. It originated during the 9th century in Central Europe, providing the nascent Ashkenazi community with an extensive Germanic based vernacular fused with elements taken from Hebrew and Aramaic as well as Slavic languages and traces of Romance languages.
Related terms
Ashkenazi Jews: A Jewish ethnic division that coalesced in the Holy Roman Empire around the end of the first millennium.
High German: The group of dialects that forms "High" German (i.e., "High" in contrast to "Low", not superior) developed in the southern and central highlands of Germany.
Aramaic Language: An ancient Semitic language that was widely used across the Near East from about 1200 BCE until its gradual replacement by Arabic beginning in the 7th century CE.
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