#LanguageTrivia

2024-03-04

#TIL that the character “W” serves as an abbreviation not only for “with” (as in “/w”), but also for “win”. #LanguageTrivia wikihow.com/W-Meaning

Mapologiesmapologies
2024-02-15

The etymology of the word "wall" reveals intriguing linguistic borders. Broadly categorized, these etymological origins fall into three main groups: those derived from Latin "murus" or "vallis," those stemming from Proto-Slavic "zidъ" or "stěna", and those originating from Persian "divâr."

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The etymology of the word wall
Mapologiesmapologies
2024-02-12

Did you know the word "pharmacy" comes from Greek pharmakeía? Also in German and Russian, just a different one: apothḗkē "storehouse" 🏥💉💊
Explore more at mapologies.com/pharmacy/

Etymology map of pharmacy
Laura Manach :bongoCat:cmconseils
2024-01-13

What are your thoughts on this linguistic quirk? Do you find it as amusing as I do, or do you think it's just lost in translation? Let's chat about it! 🗣️💬 🇫🇷

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