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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Choose a Word, and I’ll Tell You Where You’re From
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15 Wonderful Places to Celebrate a Romantic Anniversary
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We Bet You Didn’t Know These Surprising Facts!
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The Art of War by Sun Tzu: A Beautiful Summary
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The Man Who Saved 669 Children
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Historical Window: Looking at Women Workers in WWI
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It's Time to Learn All About Ancient Mesopotamia
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These 10 Facts Prove Amelia Earhart Was Extraordinary
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16 Delightful Hidden Details Found in Everyday Objects
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How Many of These Old Slang Words Do You Know?
A list of 83 vintage slang words we should bring back
The Fascinating Histories of 8 Everyday Hand Gestures
We hardly give gestures like thumbs up or crossed fingers a second thought, but these signs have backstories and origins, and they are quite fascinating!
20 Astounding Things Changed Forever By Time
Here are 20 photos of astounding things that were changed forever by time.
13 Honest Charts & Graphs That Describe Our Lives Too Well
Artist Irina Blok's illustrated charts and graphs about everyday life are so relatable.
20 Things Most People Think Are the Same, But Aren't!
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Learn the History Behind These Commonly Used Phrases
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12 Fascinating Facts About World War II
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This Man's Death-Defying Ride Will Make Your Heart Race!
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Love is Beautifully Captured in These Historic Photos...
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The Dark and Fascinating History of the Romanov Family
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Former FBI Agent Explains Basics Of Body Language Reading
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10 Words We Use Every Day That Shakespeare Made Popular
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Even the Simplest Things Look SO Awesome in Slow Motion!
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A Nostalgic Trip to the Major Events of the 30's and 40's
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Beautiful! All Dog Lovers Can Relate to This Touching Poem
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18 Fun Facts You Likely Never Heard of Cutely Illustrated
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5 Historical Battles that Have Quite the Story to Tell
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Six Incredible Stories of People Who Survived the Titanic
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The Story of the Muslim Country that Saved Jews In WWII
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These Useful Charts Are Handy In Various Life Situations!
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Boost Your Knowledge & Confidence with These Facts
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You Won't Find These Unusual Facts in An Encyclopedia!
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These Facts Are Some of the Most Interesting You'll Read
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There is No Greater Blessing than Your Family
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Wishing You a GREAT 4th OF JULY! Celebrate America!
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The US Is Home to 6 Extremely Valuable Hidden Treasures
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Where Did These Common Sayings Come From? Fascinating!
You're probably aware of these common sayings, but where did they originate from? Fascinating!
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History Lesson: How Was the Kingdom of England Formed?
The history of England is complex and often confuses people. Learn the story of its formation in just 10 minutes...
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Full Documentary: The Real Story of Thanksgiving
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6 Short Stories to Help You Stay Motivated in Life
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12 Unique Valentine’s Day Traditions From Around the Globe
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