

Come Under Scrutiny
Mar 18, 2024
Exploring language evolution, the podcast delves into the origins of words like 'acrobat' and 'come'. From superhero attire to English spelling quirks, the discussion covers the transformation of sounds and meanings spanning from Old English to Proto-Indo-European. Unraveling the complexity of prefixes and verb shifts in English and Germanic languages reveals the dynamic nature of language.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Evolution of Language Sounds and Word Origins
02:21 • 2min
Exploring Superhero Costumes and English Spelling Evolution
04:47 • 4min
Unraveling the Evolution of the 'be-' Prefix in English
08:34 • 11min
Exploring the Evolution of Verbs in English and Other Germanic Languages
19:31 • 6min