Birthdate: June 7, 1927
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States
Died: November 13, 2009
Dell Hymes was a prominent figure in linguistics, sociolinguistics, anthropology, and folklore. He was known for his foundational work in the comparative and ethnographic study of language use, with a focus on the languages of the Pacific Northwest. Hymes played a pivotal role in establishing the field of linguistic anthropology, emphasizing its basis in anthropology. In 1972, he founded the journal Language in Society and served as its editor for 22 years, making significant contributions to the field’s growth and the dissemination of research.
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