Language is indeed one of the most fascinating things about what makes us human. However, there's much more to it than just an agreed upon system of letters, grammar, and vocabulary. It's also about the great history that molded it into what it is now - the discovery of which makes us appreciate it more than ever. Let's have a look at 10 interesting curiosities about the English language that you might not have known!
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QUIZ: Can You Find All the Antonyms?
This English challenge is all about the antonyms - those words that mean the OPPOSITE of the word in question. Can you find all 15 antonyms in this quiz?
It’s a Shame We Stopped Using These 17 Old English Words
These 17 old words are definitely missing in our modern vocabularies and deserve to be brought back into day-to-day speech
Is It Soda or Pop? 12 Fun and Interesting Regional Words
How are these objects called? It depends on who you ask! Every part of the US has its own fun and fascinating set of regional words
QUIZ: Can You Guess What These Words Used to Mean?
These 14 words have really strayed away from their original meaning, can you guess what words like 'girl' and 'clue' used to mean?
QUIZ: Can You Guess What These Fancy English Words Mean?
It's time to find out just how fancy your range of vocabulary really is! Good luck...
9 ‘Current’ Words That Are Much Older Than You’d Guess
Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.
10 Old-Fashioned Pet Names to Try On Your Sweetheart
Every era had its own words for ‘darling’ and ‘sweetheart’. Check out this list of very unusual and surprising historical pet names
The English Language Desperately Needs These German Words!
Take a look at these 21 incredibly powerful words that the English language desperately needs to adopt.
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Watch This Man Trying Five Star Hotels... For DOGS
re these doggie hotels worth the price? Watch the video to find out.
When This 90-Year-Old Got Cancer She Did Something Amazing
90-year-old Norma wasn't interested in conventional treatment when she got cancer, instead she hit the open road for the time of her life.
View Before and After Pictures of People - 30 Years Apart!
A photographer tracked down his subjects from way back when for a reunion shot involving people he hadn't seen in 30 years. Take a look at the amazing results.
These Unlikely Objects Can Be Serious Fire Hazards!
Mirrors and reflective surfaces, in general, are way more dangerous and creepy than we think! These 11 photos are proof of just that!
The Mandela Effect: How Collective False Memories Occur
When masses of people share false memory that didn't actually occur, it's called the Mandela Effect. Learn more about this heavily debated topic.
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Full Documentary: The Fascinating History of the Dark Ages
Watch this fascinating documentary that sheds some great insight into how Rome fell, and what the Dark Ages actually consisted of.
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These Magical Pets Will Make Your Gloomy Day Disappear
When it comes down to magic, David Blaine has nothing on these enchanted pets! Take a look! You won't regret it!
These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!
There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.
10 Blood-Curdling Facts From Modern Life and History
These 10 creepy facts will send shivers down your spine!
8 Honest-to-God Facts that Are Just too Weird to Believe
A list of bizarre yet true facts
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100 Years of Change: How Old London Compares With the New
The earliest recorded video of London was more than a century ago. Compare it to London today!
6 Famous Places And Objects Which Never Existed
If you hear a story enough times, eventually you will start believing it's true. Here are 6 examples of famous historical places and objects which never existed...
The Secrets Behind 5 Famous and Beloved Magic Tricks!
Get to know the secrets behind well-known magic tricks with these 6 fascinating explanations.
These 10 Habits Will Make You Look Younger & More Radiant
These 10 simple daily habits can help you feel and look more radiant and youthful
6 Facts You May Have Not Known About King Charles
Did you ever know Prince Charles also dabbles in art? And what about his musical skills? Let's get those royal facts.
14 Famous Disappearances That Still Baffle Investigators
These fanous disappearances haunt our collective imagination.
These American Facts Are The Strangest I've Ever Heard
We all know the saying "truth is stranger than fiction", and judging from these 15 strange facts, it can certainly be applied to the USA, too!
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5 Terribly Disastrous First Contact Stories from History
Each story is a lesson in misread intentions, power struggles, and the high stakes of meeting the unknown. Watch how these pivotal moments shaped the world.
10 Historical Facts That Are Really Hard to Believe
Here, we share 10 fascinating and unbelievable history facts and stories like the time when forks were sacrilegious and pineapples had a higher price than gold
10 Fascinating Facts About Animals, Humans & Civilizations
Join us in our quest for knowledge with these surprising but true facts about animals, humans, and civilizations.
20 Things Most People Think Are the Same, But Aren't!
These words are often mistaken for synonyms, but in reality they are nothing of the sort, because they refer to different things. Learn about 20 of them.,
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This is the History of Our World in Just 18 Minutes
Using a series of stunning illustrations, David Christian, in a riveting 18 minutes, narrates a complete history of the universe. Take a look!
In the 1800s, They Thought We'd Be Living Like This Today?
The European artists who created the postcards below were asked to predict what life would be like in 2000.
The Significance of Each Christmas Tree Decoration
We all tend to put up Christmas decorations and go through all the rituals every year, but do we know what the symbolism behind them is? Find out here.
History Can Be Ironic & These 12 Stories Prove Just That...
These 12 short stories from world history are strange, tragic, but most importantly, utterly ironic...
The 12 Words of Christmas: Funny Long Lost Phrases
If you think eggnog and wassail are funny-sounding, wait till you hear the Christmas words that didn't stand the test of time
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This Video is a Must for All History Buffs!
Seeing history move right before our eyes teaches us so much about the last 2000 years!
What Toll Does a Bad Economy Take on Our Psyche?
This article examines how a bad economy affects our mental health, including common psychological responses like anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and heightened financial stress.
18 of the Most Incredibly-Timed Photos You'll Ever See
These photos will leave you in awe of their timing. The visual impact they have is staggering. Take a look at these 18 images.
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History: What Was Life in Germany Like Right After WWII?
From the ashes of the Third Reich, discover how the struggle for survival in a destroyed capital sowed the first seeds of the Cold War.
12 Typical American Things That Didn’t Originate in the US
Many things we often think are typically American, such as cowboys, comic strips and mac & cheese, have actually started far away from the USA
What Does the Color of an Egg Yolk Mean? Find Out Here!
Ever wondered what the color of an egg yolk says about the quality of the egg? If so, then wonder no more...
The World Never Ceases to Amaze Us with Its Unusual Sights
This photo collection will take you on a tour through some of the most unbelievable sights around the world - something we all could enjoy these days!
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Learn About Anubis - the Ancient Egyptian God of Death
The Ancient Egyptian pantheon is one of the most complex and fascinating mythologies in history. Learn all about Anubis, the Egyptian god of the dead...
Honey vs. Maple Syrup – Which Sweetener Should I Use?
There are plenty of key differences between honey and maple syrup than you probably realized.
The Story of the Muslim Country that Saved Jews In WWII
In the following article, we will help you get to know better the amazing story of the rescue of Jews that took place in Albania, the important cultural principles that led to it, and the stories of 3 heroes who made sacrifices and took enormous pers
Do You Remember the Moments That Defined the 1960s?
The 1960s were a hugely important decade, setting the tone for the next 50 years that succeeded then. Here are 10 of the things that defined the decade.
14 Fascinating Facts That Will Astound You
Here are 14 fascinating facts that will expand your perspective.
115 Incredible Facts You Never Knew About Cats!
Cats are the most popular animal on the internet by far, so we made this extensive list of cat facts that will turn you into a feline expert!
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