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The Why of Words

The Why of Words

著者： Sticky Note Podcasts
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概要

Every day, one word, two minutes. The Why of Words explores the surprising origins of the words you use every day -- where they came from, how they changed, and what they reveal about the world that made them. Created and curated by Sticky Note Podcasts with AI assistance

© 2026 The Why of Words 哲学 社会科学 語学学習
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  • #10: Breakfast — Breaking a Sacred Medieval Religious Fast

    #10: Breakfast — Breaking a Sacred Medieval Religious Fast
    2026/04/17
    Explore the hidden history behind breakfast—a word that simply means breaking your fast, but carries centuries of ritual and meaning. From medieval traditions to modern mornings, discover why this everyday meal became sacred in English language and culture.

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  • #9: Avocado — Five Centuries of Mispronouncing an Aztec Word

    #9: Avocado — Five Centuries of Mispronouncing an Aztec Word
    2026/04/16
    Explore the fascinating etymology of 'avocado' and discover it's not the straightforward Spanish word most assume. Trace the word's journey from the Aztec *ahuacatl* through Spanish conquistadors in the 1500s, revealing a messier and more compelling linguistic history than guacamole suggests.

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  • #8: Ketchup — A Chinese Fish Sauce With No Tomatoes

    #8: Ketchup — A Chinese Fish Sauce With No Tomatoes
    2026/04/15
    Explore the surprising origins of ketchup, the condiment Americans consider homegrown. Discover how this iconic sauce traces back to 17th-century China's fermented fish sauce 'ke-tsiap,' challenging everything you thought you knew about this pantry staple.

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