That what we now know as modern English has its roots in old English, a form of English today’s users would find hard to understand? Interestingly, old English is believed to have originated ...

The invaders of Britain left their indelible mark on the English language and culture - from ... Compose a poem and then discover the origins of the words you have used.

Now, it is an apology for swearing or foul language ... phrase likely originated during the English Civil War in the 17th century. Edward Hyde’s The History of the Rebellion and Civil Wars ...