Word Nerd

What Part of No Don’t You Understand? Origins of the Word “No”

Emily Taylor

The Etymology & Origins of the Word "No" Around the World Every language has a word for it. Read More >>

What’s The Deal With Numbers? Counting Systems in Different Languages

Siobhan Wood

Four-Twenty and Nineteen Problems… But French Numbers Ain’t One! Read More >>

Words for Father Around the World

Emily Taylor

How to Say Dad in Different Languages Father’s Day is approaching, so this week on Word Nerd I thought it would be fun to explore the various words for father in languages from around the world. Read More >>

How to Say Grandmother in Different Languages

Emily Taylor

What is Your Word for Grandmother? Read More >>

Word Nerd: Uplifting Words to Weather Stressful Times

Emily Taylor

Origins of the Words of Encouragement and Strength We Need Right Now This time on Word Nerd I want to focus on some encouraging words that have been helping me weather this strange time so many of us are sharing. Read More >>

The Origins and Definition of Pandemic Related Words

Emily Taylor

Word Nerd - Corona Virus Edition This time on Word Nerd, I wanted to explore the origins of some of the words we’ve been hearing in the news during this unprecedented time on our planet. Read More >>

Languages of Africa, the Caribbean, and Beyond

Emily Taylor

February is Black History Month here in the USA, so for this Word Nerd blog post, we’ll be learning about and hearing, a few of the languages of Africa, America, and the Caribbean. Read More >>