Fire, Die, Rim
Lexicon Valley from Booksmart Studios
Etymological Explorations: Kings, Rabbits, and Linguistic Serendipity
This chapter explores the fascinating etymological relationships between the words for 'king' and 'rabbit' in languages like Dutch, Polish, and Russian. It highlights the accidental similarities and draws an analogy to convergent evolution, showcasing how languages can evolve in surprising ways.
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