Middle English

**Middle English**
Middle English refers to the stage of the English language spoken and written roughly between the late 11th and late 15th centuries. It developed after the Norman Conquest of 1066, blending Old English with Norman French and Latin influences. This period saw significant changes in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, marking a transition from Old English to Early Modern English. Middle English is famously showcased in works such as Geoffrey Chaucer’s *The Canterbury Tales*. Use this tag for posts related to historical linguistics, medieval literature, language evolution, and studies focusing on English from this transformative era.