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The Silent 'B' and Forgotten 'Whom': How English Spelling and Pronunciation Have Evolved
Episode 9
Published 6 days, 5 hours ago
Description
In this episode we trace the journey of English spelling from the silent "b" in ‘doubt’ to the vanished pronoun ‘whom’, and explore how modern texting reshapes everyday language. We uncover the roles of Latin‑French influence, Renaissance scholars, legal tradition, and digital media in shaping orthography and grammar. From medieval manuscripts to AI‑driven chatbots, discover why English remains stubborn yet adaptable.
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