Exploring Etymology!
Are you curious about loan words - those English words that we "borrowed" from other languages? (Don't worry, we don't have to give these words back.)
Research the background behind loan words using the online etymology dictionary.
Research the background behind loan words using the online etymology dictionary.
Learn More About English!
Learning about the history of our language is fascinating - and it's a huge subject! If you're interested in learning more about how English developed, check out the movies below. These movies are very challenging - but if you stick with them, I know you'll learn a lot. (This is totally optional ... just for those of you who are budding etymologists and hungry to learn more about the origins of our language.)