From Facebook terms to emotions: 10 words invented by Shakespeare

Help yourself to a spoonful of knowledge with our latest article! [Dictionary Scoop]( Handpicked from our Blog for you• Sep 26, 2024 [Master of wordplay]( [From Facebook terms to emotions: 10 words invented by Shakespeare]( 7 min. [It’s not always possible to attribute the origin of a precise word to a particular person. However, it is believed that William Shakespeare contributed more than 1,700 terms and expressions to the English language, many of which we still use today. The way Shakespeare invented, reused, and modified words is a living testament to his creativity and innovation. In this article, we have handpicked 10 words and phrases that you probably didn’t know were coined by the genius English poet and playwright. And the next time you use them, remember that you are following in the footsteps of a true linguistic legend!]( [Read full article]( Untangle the fun Play Crosswords in Dictionary Scoop! [Play Crossword now]( Looking for an extra scoop of literary fun? Learn more with our Word of the day crucible /ˈkrusəb(ə)l/ [Play & Learn]( Craving for more interesting reads? Here's something you might like THE NAMING GAME   [Which is the most used dog name in the U.S.? 10 fun name facts for you](     [Names hold a very important place in almost every culture, shaping identities in special ways. Across the globe, the formation and significance of names change, yet they remain a crucial point of individual identity and cultural and family heritage.](   [Ever wondered about the story behind your name? Can you guess which famous artist had more than 15 names? Do you know which was, until now, the most common first name among U.S. presidents?](   [If you want to uncover the answers to these fun questions and more, join us as we reveal 10 surprising facts about names!](   [Learn more[Arrow]]( UNEARTHING SLANG MEANING   [The Luck Of The Irish: 10 Popular Sayings From The Emerald Isle](     [According to the latest census, more than 31.5 million residents in the US claim to have Irish ancestry. Large states such as New York, California, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania have the largest percentage of Irish Americans. So, even if you’ve never been to Ireland, you’ve probably heard one of these expressions at least once. But, do you know exactly what they mean or where they come from? Don’t worry, we've got you covered. Here are 10 of the most popular Irish slang words and phrases and their meanings.](   [Learn more[Arrow]](   [Dictionary Scoop] [Preferences]( [Unsubscribe]( © 2024, Dictionary Scoop. All rights reserved.