The beauty of the English language, to me, lies in its simplicity. Try saying “I love you” in any other language and you will see the difference. More than a formal expression, it cloaks a certain warmth and sincerity vital to make it reflect the delicate inner closeness you cherish in a relationship.
I may tend to be biased here, but I think the pronouncement can come through with relative ease without any sense of an archaic or hyperbolic feel.
All the language needs is just 26 letters to weave literary magic into writing. Such is its charm that deft usage can embellish any written work and elevate it to a nifty piece of art, thereby making for memorable reading.
That said, I also have no doubt that it is not a logical language. I have for ages wondered why viscount is pronounced as “vycount” when “discount” is not “dycount”. Then why on earth is the need for a “p” in receipt when it is merely pronounced as receit! After all, deceit needs no "p" in it. They do defy logic, don’t they!
English is replete with such inconsistencies. The following examples that I received through a mail from a friend help reinforce the message that the English language is not a logical one:
You will find this a hilarious, even riveting read. Take time to relish it.