English

English is a West Germanic language that originated from the Anglo-Frisian dialects brought to Britain by Germanic settlers and Roman auxiliary troops from various parts of what is now northwest Germany and the Northern Netherlands. Over the course of history, it established itself as one of humanity's most prominant languages, spoken by billions across the Earth. Given its spread, it is perhaps not surprising that when the United Powers League came to power in the 23rd Century, English was designated as the common language of the planet.

Future English
Languages evolve over time and while many English words have been retained in the far future, many new words and phrases have found their way into the language:

Slang
A few words and phrases are found in the future that would not be found in our own time. These include:


 * Curve (seemingly the equivalent of "broard". Meant in a derogatory sense)
 * Flick (alternate term for "fuck". Considered to be just as offensive.)
 * Habhead (derogatory term used to described someone addicted to the drug hab)
 * Panbrain (someone who has undergone neural resocialization, or is just plain stupid)
 * Panbrained (past tense to describe neural resocialization)
 * Resoc (shortened term for neural resocialization. Also used to describe someone who has undergone the process)

Time-Keeping
Alternate terms have emerged for keeping track of time. These include:


 * Cycle: A year
 * Interval: A week
 * Tick: Minute
 * Microtick: Second