Vanishing Languages of Australian Aborigines The Aboriginal tribes in Australia spoke numerous languages for thousands of years, but today only a few full-blooded Aborigines remain, and their languages are disappearing. English settlers who almost wiped out the Aborigines were once outcasts from the world's first industrial society.
Cockney: The Colorful Language of London London English has a distinct Cockney accent that originated in London's East End, known for its working-class roots. The language spread beyond the East End to influence around 10 million people in and around London. Cockneys enjoy playing with words and phrases creatively, adding color to their speech.