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L'étymologie
This is the study of the origin and historical development of words. Understanding etymology can help predict spelling and gender in French.
Examples in context
L'étymologie du mot travail est surprenante.
The etymology of the word 'travail' is surprising.
Elle se passionne pour l'étymologie des noms.
She is passionate about the etymology of names.
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