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jaldaric.bsky.social
Another fun episode of #WordsUnravelled with @robwords.bsky.social and @jesszafarris.bsky.social.

Is like to add one thing, in the Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay language of NW New South Wales, the word for Budgerigar is Gidjirrigaa which when said out loud aren't too dissimilar to each other.
Are pets called 'pets' because we pet them?
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October 29, 2025 at 10:50 AM
klaatu82.bsky.social
Strike while the iron is hot! Go watch this episode of #WordsUnravelled

#WordNerd
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Why do we say 'bury the hatchet'?
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December 11, 2025 at 12:40 AM
not-excitable.bsky.social
Fans of Shakespeare may know of this bird's name, in the English common at that time.

Screenshot from "Where do swear words come from?" from the YouTube channel @WordsUnravelled
A screenshot of a YouTube video that explores the etymology of English swear words, stopped at 7:44. A picture of a common kestrel is presented with a caption above it that says, "windfucker." It is an archaic English term for this small bird of prey, known for the skill, speed, and agility it demonstrates as it flies through the air to seek and pursue its prey.
March 26, 2025 at 1:36 AM
@robwords.bsky.social
Now then!

Just caught up with #WordsUnravelled about #Games, saying Whist is named for silence.

Have you come across the song "The Lambton Worm"? About a famous dragon from #Sunderland. The first word in the chorus is "Whist"...

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Ballad of the Lambton Worm – Seagull City
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August 30, 2025 at 6:08 AM
seldoncrisis.bsky.social
One of many wonderful videos by #RobWords. Also, check out his video podcasts with Jess Safaris called #WordsUnravelled. Both have become my comfort watches of late.
November 23, 2024 at 7:23 PM
koposart.bsky.social
Oh I just learnt that @jesszafarris.bsky.social writes for dungeon master guides!!! Awesome! Therefore I am well within the correct space to share all the videos from #wordsunravelled like the big nerd I am...

This is an interesting and funny video

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How can "tree" and "truth" be related? | WOODLAND WORDS
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November 7, 2024 at 9:12 AM
sonnysandberg.net
Are you into learning stuff about language, especially the English version, but you do not know whom to follow here?
Don't fret, I can recommend @jesszafarris.bsky.social who is criminally underfollowed.
#wordsunravelled
November 23, 2024 at 4:59 PM
robwords.bsky.social
A time-sensitive edition of Words Unravelled will be landing in podcast feeds/on YouTube next week.

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or here: youtube.com/@wordsunravelled
June 13, 2025 at 8:08 PM
thesheldonhicks.bsky.social
Actually @robwords.bsky.social @jesszafarris.bsky.social False Friends would be a possible topic to consider for #wordsunravelled… embarrassed/embarassada comes to mind
April 6, 2025 at 1:39 AM
statusbar.com
#WordsUnravelled ! Spy words ! youtu.be/fq4Jc8UCR-g @jesszafarris.bsky.social @robwords.bsky.social thank you for the fun education!
What does 'espionage' actually mean?
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January 21, 2026 at 7:09 AM
thatjoshkirby.bsky.social
@jesszafarris.bsky.social @robwords.bsky.social you guys should do an episode on anacronyms. #wordsunravelled
January 17, 2025 at 10:35 PM
thesheldonhicks.bsky.social
@robwords.bsky.social @jesszafarris.bsky.social #wordsunravelled re: modern items with differing nomenclature on either side of the pond … there’s Mobile v Cell Phone…not exactly post-information age, but on the cusp perhaps? Also nuff respect to Jess for giving “Babylon” and “ganja” shoutouts !
April 30, 2025 at 10:49 AM
klaatu82.bsky.social
Be a lamb and watch this episode of #WordsUnravelled all about domesticated animals. It’s really very interesting!

Thanks, pet!

@robwords.bsky.social @jesszafarris.bsky.social
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Are pets called 'pets' because we pet them?
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October 29, 2025 at 10:23 PM
miketikasingh.bsky.social
Just voted for #WordsUnravelled for the
#BritishPodcastAwards listeners' choice award. It's about time they got some recognition.
@jesszafarris.bsky.social @robwords.bsky.social
July 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
workingstiff.bsky.social
@jesszafarris.bsky.social, re the latest, spooky-like #WordsUnravelled: You still have time to get to #SanFrancisco b4 Saturday for...
October 25, 2024 at 4:44 AM
hrbw.bsky.social
Fantastic episode of WordsUnravelled discussing internet and technology related words with @jesszafarris.bsky.social and @robwords.bsky.social. Apparently Rob has a live show this spring. Shame I can't make it across the pond.

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What did the first internet troll write?
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January 14, 2026 at 7:34 AM
thesheldonhicks.bsky.social
Lolol…please promise to make the entirety (we’re prepared to negotiate for partial) of your next #wordsunravelled podcast with @robwords.bsky.social in full costume
August 17, 2025 at 9:53 PM
adoptond.bsky.social
Not really into sport, but I can listen to these two yap about anything. #Etymology #Words #Podcasts #WordsUnravelled
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Which was the original 'football'? | SPORTS WORDS
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November 12, 2025 at 9:27 AM
leegordon.bsky.social
Which raises the question (that I'm sure you've covered on RobWords or WordsUnravelled), why is there even a masculine form of "feminine?"
July 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
tokzo.bsky.social
Großartig.
Nach der Wortherkunft von #Malheur geschaut @robwords.bsky.social und dann Luksan Wunder als Aussprache-Referenz genannt bekommen. #wordsunravelled
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January 23, 2026 at 3:39 PM
antoinebusch.dev
Holy crap, thanks to #WordsUnravelled I just learnt that Cheryl/Carol's pet ocelot Babou in #Archer is a direct reference to Dali's real pet ocelot 🤯

@robwords.bsky.social @jesszafarris.bsky.social
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Are pets called 'pets' because we pet them?
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October 30, 2025 at 12:11 AM
learnfromnature.bsky.social
Just for fun ~ learn about the language of alcohol #WordsUnravelled
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Which cocktail means "moist little thing"? | BOOZY WORDS
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August 29, 2025 at 8:59 AM
humanintransit.bsky.social
Love #RobWords & #WordsUnravelled Great to find you & #JessZafaris both on🦋 🤓🤓🤓 #GoodCompany #FellowProlificBlusher
September 29, 2025 at 10:38 PM
robwords.bsky.social
"Let's get away from pulling boners and back onto screwing pooches"

The next Words Unravelled - out Wednesday - features @jesszafarris.bsky.social at her vulgar best.

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Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris
Two of the internet's leading word nerds are here to unravel the stories behind everyday terms. Join YouTuber Rob Watts (aka RobWords) and author Jess Zafarris in exploring the wonders of the English ...
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January 28, 2025 at 1:28 PM
matthewread.bsky.social
I love this so much!

@jesszafarris.bsky.social @robwords.bsky.social #WordsUnravelled #CatsUnravelled
June 4, 2025 at 10:58 AM