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108: Mailbag of Etymology (with Douglas Harper)
Because Language - a podcast about linguistics, the science of language.
Linguistic Playfulness and Etymology
This chapter delves into the etymology and playful variations of words like 'latex', 'matrix', and 'suffix,' while exploring their transformations through Greek and Latin influences. The speakers engage in humorous discussions about the connections between words, sound changes, and the cultural nuances of language, including comparisons across languages. Additionally, the chapter examines folk etymology, metaphors related to money, and offers light-hearted suggestions for linguistic games.
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