Word-Origins

The moon has hung in our skies since the dawn of man, so it only makes sense we'd talk a lot about it. The post 7 Words And Expressions About The Moon From Around The World appeared first on Babbel.

Pronouncing English words like "hyperbole" or "plough" can give even native speakers trouble. The post What Is The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)? appeared first on Babbel.

Why is it so difficult to spell words in English? It turns out that the inconsistency of English spelling is a long, rambling history with many people to blame along the way. The post The Eccentric History Of English Spelling (And Why It’s So Maddeningly Difficult) appeared first on Babbel.

To infinity and beyond. No, but seriously. The post Where Did The Planets Get Their Names? appeared first on Babbel.

What is etymology, and why is it important? Join us on an excursion into the world of eight common words' delightfully convoluted backstories. The post An Introduction To Etymology: Eight Great Word Origins appeared first on Babbel.