List of All Articles with Tag 'language'

The connections between words aren’t always as straightforward as the link between run and runner; often, figuring them out requires the subtle unraveling of linguistic evolution, the kind of detective work that makes etymology so fascinating.

Provides an overview of Sierra Leone, including key dates and facts about this west African state.

An overview of the media in Greece, as well as links to broadcasters and newspapers.

Provides an overview of Greece, including key dates and facts about this southeast European country.

An overview of the media in Palau, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.

You may think you detest the word ‘moist’ because of the way it sounds, but research indicates that that’s not the full story.

An overview of the media in Israel, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.

Provides an overview of Poland, including key events and facts about this central European country.

Atlanta’s culture doesn’t just resonate to the suburbs—it hits every corner of the country. But there’s always a chance you could get caught off guard while visiting, so here’s a handy sampler of terms to know if you decide to hold it down in A-Town.

If you’ve been pronouncing Roald Dahl’s first name as “rolled,” you should read this.

Provides an overview of Ukraine, including key dates and facts about this east European country.

Shrimp and prawns are two tasty crustaceans that are often confused with one another. We examine the differences.