Translation of "folk etymology" to Russian
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Dictionary translations for "folk etymology"
folk etymology
noun
Contexts with "folk etymology"
It is a strategic choice of words, to be made at the border when you’re asked what you are; etymology is destiny.
Выбор подходящего термина обретает поистине стратегический характер на границе, когда вас спрашивают о вашем статусе; происхождение определяет вашу судьбу.
I was intrigued and, while the assistant was away on his errand, through deft questioning discerned the etymology of the ``Fertility car."
Я был заинтригован, и, пока помощник ходил по поручению, путем искусно заданных вопросов выяснил этимологию этого странного выражения.
I realised then how folk on the other side of the world can understand our feelings, can show their support.
Я поняла тогда, как люди на другом конце земли могут понять наши чувства, могут оказать поддержку.
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