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Etymology (WORD ORIGINS) Encore with Helen Zaltzman
Aug 22, 2023
Helen Zaltzman, an etymologist, discusses word origins, gender in language, slang, emoji decoding, step parents, babies wearing glasses, Greek kimonos, language evolution, tomatoes, avocados, and fish trails with Alie.
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- English is a constantly evolving language influenced by various cultural and historical forces.
- Swear words like the F-word have versatile usage and serve multiple purposes in different contexts.
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The Evolution of English Language
English has evolved rapidly due to various invasions and the influence of different languages like Latin, Greek, French, and Germanic forces. It is a mutt of a language, constantly borrowing words and evolving through various cultural and historical influences.
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