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Was Jacob Grimm's work, particularly in linguistics, recognized during his lifetime?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Only posthumously

  • Records are unclear

Answer

Jacob Grimm's work in linguistics was recognized during his lifetime. He is considered one of the founders of the science of comparative linguistics, and his work laid the groundwork for the modern understanding of how languages change over time. His research also helped to establish the idea that language can be used to reconstruct the history of a people.
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