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Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs date back to around 3300 BCE. This writing system used over 700 symbols to represent objects, sounds, and ideas. Hieroglyphs were primarily used on monuments and tombs, telling stories of pharaohs, gods, and daily life.

A BOOST OF BRAVERY

Hello — Marcel checking in 😊

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Feeling like you need a boost of bravery today, Reader?

Courage isn’t just about grand gestures; it’s in the small, everyday acts that push us out of our comfort zones.

From standing up for what’s right to facing personal fears, every courageous moment counts.

Explore our featured article, packed with quotes that will ignite your inner strength and inspire you to tackle any challenge head-on!

​40 Courage Quotes to Help You Face Your Fears​

WORD OF THE DAY: DESPACITO

Today's word is "despacito."

"Despacito" is a Spanish word meaning "slowly." It's famously known from the hit song by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee. The word itself is derived from "despacio," which means "slow," with the diminutive suffix "-ito" adding a touch of affection or emphasis.

In the song, "despacito" is used to describe the slow and sensual way of dancing and loving. The term beautifully captures the essence of taking things easy and enjoying the moment.

So next time you want to savor something slowly, just think "despacito"!

By the way, if you don't know the song, give it a go! Despacito​

IDIOM SPOTLIGHT: COLOR IDIOMS

Ever feel "blue" when you’re sad, Reader?

Or maybe you've been "tickled pink" with joy?

Today, we're diving into the vibrant world of color idioms.

These expressions add a splash of color to our language, making conversations more lively and expressive.

Discover how colors influence our idioms and enrich our daily interactions.

Enjoy the journey through our colorful language!

​14 Color Idioms to Make Your Language More Colorful!​

LANGUAGE TRIVIA: THE TOWER OF BABEL

When I was a kid, I loved stories about how things came to be.

One of my favorites was the tale of the Tower of Babel.

It’s a fascinating legend that tries to explain why we have so many languages today.

According to the Bible, humanity once spoke a single language and decided to build a tower to reach the heavens.

To halt their progress, God confused their languages, causing people to scatter across the earth.

Want to learn more?

Dive into the intriguing history and cultural impact of the Tower of Babel below!

​The Tower of Babel: A Fun Dive into an Ancient Tale​

QUOTE OF THE DAY

"Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon." – Doug Larson

TALK TO YOU SOON

Thanks for diving into today’s newsletter!

I hope you found some inspiration in our courage quotes and enjoyed the colorful world of idioms.

The story of the Tower of Babel was a fun linguistic trip, wasn’t it?

Whether you’re feeling brave, adding a splash of color to your conversations, or reflecting on ancient tales, keep exploring and enjoying the journey, Reader!

Catch you next time!

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Marcel

Linguaholic