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Edward Sapir

American linguist and anthropologist (1884-1939)

Edward Sapir was born on January 26, 1884 in Lębork, Poland and died on February 4, 1939, aged 55.

Born

January 26, 1884

Edward Sapir died aged 55.

Died: February 4, 1939

Birthplace
Lębork, Poland
Professions
anthropologist, ethnologist, university teacher, sociolinguist, philosopher, linguist
Citizenship
United States

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Zodiac sign
Aquarius

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Questions people ask

How old was Edward Sapir when they died?

Edward Sapir died aged 55.

When is Edward Sapir’s birthday?

Edward Sapir’s recorded birthday is January 26.

Where was Edward Sapir born?

Edward Sapir was born in Lębork, Poland.

When did Edward Sapir die?

Edward Sapir died on February 4, 1939.