Question

When did the first wave of Latin influence on English occur?

Accepted Answer

It began in the 6th century with the Christianisation of Britain. Around 400 Latin words were in OE before the Norman Conquest, though most of these disappeared.

Front	When did the first wave of Latin influence on English occur?
Back	It began in the 6th century with the Christianisation of Britain. Around 400 Latin words were in OE before the Norman Conquest, though most of these disappeared.

Latin Wave Influence English Occur Began 6th Century