In this section, we will explore the fascinating etymologies of flowers, the reproductive structures found in certain plants known as angiosperms. Flowers are typically composed …
Flowers
Birds
Chicken Cuckoo This bird doesn’t have a name, what it has is a sound. Its name is its call. This is an example of onomatopoeia: …
Vegetables
Vegetables are generally the edible parts of plants. In previous posts, we explored roots, fruits and berries, legumes, cereals and seeds, and flowers. We also …
Architecture
Skyscraper The term “skyscraper” originates from the words sky and scrape, evoking the image of something that reaches or touches the sky. In many languages, …
Geometry
Point On this map we can distinguish four etymological roots: First, there are languages with a Latin-based word. English, for instance, “point” originates from the …
Cereals
The edible grains or seeds from certain types of grasses, which are rich in carbohydrates and provide essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and minerals, are …
Legumes
Seeds are the reproductive unit of flowering plants. Legumes belong to the Fabaceae (or Leguminosae) family and produce seeds within pods. This group includes peas, …
Czech surnames
What if the Czech Republic were divided into countries according to the most common surnames?
Cities
Vienna, the capital of Austria, has a rich history that is reflected in its name across various languages. In German, the city is called “Wien,” …
Circular states
An alternative map of United Europe of 18 Circular states. Each circular state has a capital city radiating from the European Capital City in Vilnius, …