Every time we investigate a certain word, we invariably look at the culture that spawned it. For instance, the term “crow tit” forced us to take a closer look at Korean culture as well as the disparity between different generations. Lately, we have been fascinated by a particular online subculture, that of Twitch. Not only …
Vocabulary
If you’ve been following my blog, then you’ve heard me talk about how language and culture intertwine. For instance, when discussing what the phrase “crow tit” meant, we delved into Korean culture, analyzed one of their proverbs, and saw how the culture of one generation influenced the culture of the next one. We even saw …
Language is an ever-changing, evolving creature; not only do grammatical rules change with time (just take a look at Shakespearean English to get an idea of how different things are today), but words also change meaning all the time. Some words that were known for their literal meaning develop a figurative meaning, one that becomes …
English is a weird language: It is a Germanic language, meaning that its grammatical rules and main vocabulary come from Proto-Germanic. Its first origins can be traced back to when the Angles and Saxons arrived at Britain sometime during the 5th century. Once they had settled there, their isolation from their original group meant that …
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What does “Thank you for reaching out to me” mean and what are some alternative ways to say the same?
The advent of modern forms of communication, such as texting and instant messaging, has fostered a deeper symbiotic relationship between spoken and written language. The casual tone of these platforms has infused contemporary language with fresh words and expressions. However, this evolution hasn’t been received well by everyone, particularly older generations, who bristle at hearing …
Anthony tweeted: “yo what the **** does “oof” mean I’m 40 years old I’m too old for memes” Speaking of which, one word that has found its way into today’s conversation is “oof.” So, dear Linguaholics, what is “oof” all about? Let’s find out! What is the meaning of “oof”? “Oof” is an exclamatory …