The English language has undergone significant changes from its Old English origins to Modern

English as we know it today. The invasion of Britain by the Germanic tribes (the Angles,
Saxons, and the Jutes) in the 5th century, where the native Britons were driven north and west
into the lands we now refer to as Scotland, Ireland, and Wales, marked the beginning of Old
English. The Middle English period (1100-1500) saw significant influence from Latin, French,
and Old Norse, resulting in over 10,000 French words being adapted into English. During this
time, the written form of English became more standardized, and the language began to
develop into its modern form. Early Modern English saw significant changes in pronunciation,
vocabulary, and grammar, and marked the beginning of the English Renaissance. The printing
press helped standardize the language, and American English emerged with colonization. The
English Civil War and Puritan rule influenced literature, but the Restoration period brought a
resurgence of artistic and philosophical expression. Modern English is the form of the English
language spoken since the Great Vowel Shift in England, which began in the late 14th century
and was completed in roughly 1550. It has been influenced by various factors such as
colonization, migration, and literature. Late Modern English saw the development of new words
to describe scientific and technological advancements, often using Greek and Latin roots. The
introduction of the English language under British colonial rule also led to the adoption of foreign
words from India, such as "shampoo" and "candy," into the English language. English language
has evolved significantly in the 21st century, with refined grammar and the influence of
technology affecting its use, but there is a perception that speaking proper English is snooty and
high-handed.