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Lexicon Valley from Booksmart Studios

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Exploring the Evolution of Language Sounds and Word Origins

Exploring the transformation of sounds in language: from 'gua' to 'vu', the shift of vowels and consonants over time, and the surprising historical connections between words like 'kum' and 'veneer'. Uncovering the unpredictable evolution of language sounds with examples like 'acrobat' and 'bat'.

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