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From Sterling to Yachts: How Dutch Maritime Trade Shaped Modern English
Episode 173
Published 1 week, 2 days ago
Description
Explore how Dutch maritime commerce introduced words like "yacht", "skipper" and even "cookie" into English, while the mysterious term "sterling" reflects centuries of trade influence. The episode traces linguistic contact, loanword adoption, and the lasting impact on today’s global language.
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