Etymology Journey
Travel backwards through time to discover how words evolved. Each word has a story — from ancient roots to modern meaning.
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Begin Your Journey
Today's Word Awaits
Discover the fascinating origins of everyday words. Travel from Modern English through Medieval French to Ancient Latin and Greek. Each wrong turn teaches you something new.
📚Learn word origins
🔀Branching paths
⏱️2-5 minutes
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How It Works
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Start in the Present
See a word and its modern meaning
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Answer Questions
Choose the path that traces its origin
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Reach the Root
Discover the ancient source of the word