The influence of historical factors on the development of English spelling

Osipyan Tereza

The article deals with the influence of historical factors on the development of English spelling. It is emphasized that the writing of the English language was formed for a long time under the influence of several languages and their spelling systems. In addition, the process of standardization of English spelling is analyzed.

Keywords:history of English spelling; Chancery Standard; Great Vowel Shift; standardization of English spelling; etymological writing; spelling reform.