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Dated phylogeny suggests early Neolithic origin of Sino-Tibetan languages

Linguistics and Languages

Dated phylogeny suggests early Neolithic origin of Sino-Tibetan languages

H. Zhang, T. Ji, et al.

This groundbreaking research by Hanzhi Zhang, Ting Ji, Mark Pagel, and Ruth Mace unravels the complex phylogeny of the Sino-Tibetan language family, revealing an unexpected early divergence around 8000 years ago. This pivotal moment aligns with the onset of millet agriculture and significant environmental shifts in the Yellow River region, supporting the early farming dispersal theory while highlighting the need for deeper insights into the lives of the first Sino-Tibetan speakers.... show more
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