The Phonology of Brand Names
Ever wondered why so many successful brands have names that just *sound* right? From Google to Pepsi, the secret often lies in phonologyβthe study of speech sounds. This post explores…
Unlocking the Universe of Languages
Ever wondered why so many successful brands have names that just *sound* right? From Google to Pepsi, the secret often lies in phonologyβthe study of speech sounds. This post explores…
Ever wondered why Bombay became Mumbai, or why The Netherlands is no longer called Holland? The names on our maps aren't set in stone; they're the product of a fascinating…
What's in a name? For a global brand, it could be a billion dollars. This post explores the high-stakes world of linguistic consulting, revealing the phonetic and semantic traps that…
Ever wonder why William becomes Bill, but not Willam? Or how a Russian Aleksandr affectionately becomes Sashenka? Nicknames follow a fascinating, unwritten grammar, a secret set of rules that transform…