Einar Haugen (linguist)

Einar Haugen was a Norwegian-American linguist known for his research on language standardization, dialects, and language planning. He studied how languages evolve and how societies influence language development, including efforts to promote official or national languages. Haugen's work helped us understand the process of language regulation, preservation, and change, particularly in multilingual or changing communities. His insights are valuable for both linguists and policymakers interested in language maintenance and development within social and political contexts.