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 …
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The story behind the Korean word “Baepsae” is truly fascinating!
It might surprise you, but saying goodbye to someone in Japanese follows along much the same rules of etiquette that it would in any other language. Some phrases are more appropriate than others, depending on the situation. While your textbook might suggest さようなら (sayonara) as the catchall farewell, it goes a bit deeper than that. …
These German words are truly hilarious…!
What the heck is an INTERROBANG?!
Nothing Fugazi about these stories of Fugazi. See for yourself, Linguaholics!
Watashi: There’s more to it than you’ve been told!