Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
The word “bribe” has an intriguing etymology. In Old French, it originally meant “a piece of bread” offered to beggars. However, over time, the meaning of the word shifted as beggars started demanding these morsels as their right. Because of…
The term “freelancer” originally referred to a mercenary soldier who was free from the obligations of serving any single lord or king. These soldiers were “free to offer their lance” to the highest bidder, enjoying independence and flexibility. Freelancers can…
Presenting the India Etymology Quiz #2. Here are six questions from my book EtymagIQ India. Take a shot and post your answers as comments at the end of this page.
The word “mentor” has its roots in Greek mythology, where it was originally the name of a person. In Homer’s epic The Odyssey, the main character Odysseus is away for 20 years fighting wars. During his absence, he places his…
Did you know the term 'pedagogy' traces its origin to Greek and referred to a slave who played a key role in the intellectual development of a child?
Last week, I launched my YouTube Channel “BackStory By Duggi” As the name suggests, the channel unearths the real ‘stories behind’ many intriguing subjects. From forgotten histories to untold secrets, well-known landmarks to lesser-known marvels, the channel aims to…
Wishes do come true when you act upon them. One such wish of mine was to write a quiz book that is useful and relevant for the current generation. The wish has been finally fulfilled today. EtymagIQ India – my…
You don’t have to be a seasoned quizzer to take a quiz. I’ve always believed that a good quiz should encourage the participants to think through and work out the answers rather than simply knowing them. On India’s Republic Day,…
My journey with words began in a remote village, devoid of dictionaries. It gives me immense pleasure to inform you that I finished writing my first book—an etymology quiz on India.