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“Do You Know What These Words Originally Meant?”: Take The Quiz And Test Your Etymology Knowledge
“Do You Know What These Words Originally Meant?”: Take The Quiz And Test Your Etymology Knowledge
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“Do You Know What These Words Originally Meant?”: Take The Quiz And Test Your Etymology Knowledge

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You know how to speak and communicate, but have you ever thought about the origin of the words you use? 🗣️🤔

This etymology trivia takes you on a journey to discover the surprising origins and meanings behind everyday words. Whether you are a language enthusiast or just curious, you’ll walk away having learned something new!

Let’s start the challenge!

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    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be interested to know what the difference is between without blemish and free from flaw.

    Marianne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The word pencil comes from the Latin word penicillus, meaning small tail or "little brush," referring to a small brush used for writing or drawing." ... Sooo ... why is "small brush" wrong and "little tail" right??

    Lene
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just happy that I got the Old Norse ones correct ❤🤓

    pebs
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me too, surprisingly, since I'm Italian. I chose the ones that didn't come from Greek or Latin! :)

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    Auntriarch
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be interested to know what the difference is between without blemish and free from flaw.

    Marianne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The word pencil comes from the Latin word penicillus, meaning small tail or "little brush," referring to a small brush used for writing or drawing." ... Sooo ... why is "small brush" wrong and "little tail" right??

    Lene
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just happy that I got the Old Norse ones correct ❤🤓

    pebs
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me too, surprisingly, since I'm Italian. I chose the ones that didn't come from Greek or Latin! :)

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