Where do the names of the days of the week come from?

Полный каталог видеоуроков Все самое полезное для изучения английского смотрите в сообществе (Визуальный английский) Have you ever wondered how the days of the week got their names? In this video, I will explain their origins. You’ll learn how these names are related to ancient mythology and to the planets. Etymology is the study of the origin of words. Some of the days of the week have a simple etymology, like “Sunday”—the day of the Sun, but many of the others aren’t as easy! This is a very interesting way to learn about the English language and the cultures that have influenced modern English. I’ll also explain how these names relate to the French and German languages. Join me as we will travel back in history, and out into the solar system. I hope you enjoy the journey!
Back to Top