Engl. breath, German Atem, and Greek átmus Are Atem and átmus “vapor, steam,” the latter known to us from atmosphere, related? Most probably, they are not, even…… Read more “Etymology gleanings for January and February 2020 | OUPblog”
Tag: Language
Why language might be the optimal self-regulating system | Aeon Essays
Decades before the rise of social media, polarisation plagued discussions about language. By and large, it still does. Everyone who cares about the topic is officially required…… Read more “Why language might be the optimal self-regulating system | Aeon Essays”
