What’s the origin of the words ‘hooligan’, ‘alarm’ and ‘tip’? September 5, 2014 By Christina Varveri Leave a Comment Have you ever wondered what the origin of the English words ‘hooligan’, ‘alarm’ and ‘tip’ is? Read the following article and find out! [Read more…] about What’s the origin of the words ‘hooligan’, ‘alarm’ and ‘tip’?
What’s the origin of the word ‘husband’? August 29, 2014 By Christina Varveri Leave a Comment The word “husband” comes from two Old Norse words, which is the language spoken by the Vikings, which mean ‘house’ and ‘owner’. [Read more…] about What’s the origin of the word ‘husband’?
Which French word means ‘jump like a goat’? August 22, 2014 By Christina Varveri Leave a Comment Did you know that the word ‘cab’ originates from the French word ‘cabrioler’, which means ‘ jump like a goat’? [Read more…] about Which French word means ‘jump like a goat’?
What is the etymology of the Greek Goddess’s name ‘Ariadne’? December 24, 2013 By Christina Varveri Leave a Comment Ariadne was the daughter of Minos, King of Crete, and his queen Pasiphae and she is known for her involvement in the myths of the Minotaur and Theseus in the Labyrinth. [Read more…] about What is the etymology of the Greek Goddess’s name ‘Ariadne’?
The Plural form of the word “sphinx” November 27, 2013 By Christina Varveri Leave a Comment The word “sphinx” refers to the mythical creature with the body of a lion and a human head. [Read more…] about The Plural form of the word “sphinx”
The etymology of the word ‘cerberus’ September 22, 2013 By Christina Varveri Leave a Comment The origin of the word ‘cerberus’ is lied on the Greek word ‘Kerberos’ (κέρβερος). The name “Cerberus” is a Latinised version of the Greek form. [Read more…] about The etymology of the word ‘cerberus’