Introduction
Hello, my name is Wendy.
I am the founder of Wendy's Global English.
Wendy's Global English seeks to focus on learning more about our world via discussions with native English speakers and non-native English speakers.
Wendy's Global English seeks to create a community of like-minded English speaking individuals who may meet online to discuss certain issues or to learn more about Global English as well as explore other interesting topics .
Wendy's Global English seeks to connect with native English speakers as well as with non-native English speakers who are keen to be part of a global English speaking community.
Evolution from Old English to what is today's Modern English - Global English
Old English: Also known as Anglo-Saxon - the oldest version of English language. This period lasted from the 5th to early 11th centuries. Old English had complex word forms, heavily inflected grammar and a vocabulary primarily derived from Germanic languages.
Middle English: Middle English is a form of the English language that was spoken after the Norman Conquest of 1066, until the late 15th century. It was the transition period between Old English and Modern English. Middle English was influenced by Old English, French and Latin.
Early Modern English: The period from 1500-1700 is often called Early Modern English. The printing press was introduced to England during this period, which led to the standardisation of spelling and grammar. The language of this period is also known as Renaissance English and Shakespeare's English.
Late Modern English: The period from late 18th century to present day. The explosion of new words in the latter part of the 20th century was driven by the development of computer technology. The internet also led to the creation of many new words, such as "online" and "selfie".
Please note, what we know as Global English today, refers mainly to either standard British English or standard American English though it includes other native English accents and other non-native English accents as spoken around the world.
About Myself
I am originally from a region called South East Asia which is about approximately 10,000 km away from the land of Angles, Saxons and Jutes - where the English language originated and evolved from.
I probably discovered the many sounds of English since very young due to the fact that both my parents speak English as a lingua franca to each other though they speak it with a variant of Asian accent that is generally spoken in South East Asia.
I probably started speaking a distinct English accent at a very young age due to my early exposure to English as a lingua franca in a multilingual environment in South East Asia.
I am fascinated by the many varieties of English accents spoken by English speakers from around the world.
English is now my preferred first language and almost like a first language to me when communicating with people from different cultures.
I have a special affinity with the printed text of English language since young. I was an avid reader in English, and still is, but with the availability of internet, I prefer reading almost anything that interests me via online.
The present day digital age has enhanced my English language skills and has also enabled me more opportunities to explore the English speaking world via the virtual world as well as via the real world. It beckons me to explore the world and venture into the unknown.
My ability to think, listen, speak, read, write - communicate via what is today called English or Global English, has enabled me to connect with native English speakers as well as with non-native English speakers from around the world. It has also enabled me to have a better understanding of the many challenges in life.
I am easy-going and open-minded to new ideas.
I used to work as a nurse in a rehabilitation centre in Singapore and later as a carer in nursing/residential homes in UK.
I used to teach young learners..
I seek a simple, clutter-free, minimalist lifestyle.
Anyone who is interested in following my life's journey and learning more about my Wendy's Global English project, please check the following link:
Updated - 18 April 2025
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