I don't know the origin of the phrase and don’t believe anybody would really know the right answer; I was looking for the same answer then decided to write my own thoughts.
I say that the origin may be born from a spiritual expression which is related to the biblical writings concerning the Word in the book of John.
In the book of John, the Bible says that in the beginning was the Word, and Word was with God and the Word was God.
In Genesis it says that man was created in the image and likeness of God. God or whatever word symbol man chooses to express his idea of the highest good and ideal of
I don't know the origin of the phrase and don’t believe anybody would really know the right answer; I was looking for the same answer then decided to write my own thoughts.
I say that the origin may be born from a spiritual expression which is related to the biblical writings concerning the Word in the book of John.
In the book of John, the Bible says that in the beginning was the Word, and Word was with God and the Word was God.
In Genesis it says that man was created in the image and likeness of God. God or whatever word symbol man chooses to express his idea of the highest good and ideal of truth is trustworthy in his word expression; I then believe the image of God is the expression of truth and trustfulness in his spoken Word.
Based on the expression that man was created in the Image of God, I say that when one gives his word to another person, he is consciously or unconsciously offering them the sincerity of his character which God created in his likeness.
I am well aware that not all words are spoken in sincerity; therefore the above thought wouldn’t apply in those cases. My comment is just food for thought.
This is a guess, but it is a starting point. Word has always meant promise. Traditionally the term "my word is my bond" is used in contracts. In general once this promise is made the contract becomes legally enforcable.
I think the origin is biblical and from the parable of the centurion
7:1 After Jesus 1 had finished teaching all this to the people, 2 he entered Capernaum. 3 7:2 A centurion 4 there 5 had a slave 6 who was highly regarded, 7 but who was sick and at the point of death. 7:3 When the centurion 8 heard 9 about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders 10 tohim, asking him to come
This is a guess, but it is a starting point. Word has always meant promise. Traditionally the term "my word is my bond" is used in contracts. In general once this promise is made the contract becomes legally enforcable.
I think the origin is biblical and from the parable of the centurion
7:1 After Jesus 1 had finished teaching all this to the people, 2 he entered Capernaum. 3 7:2 A centurion 4 there 5 had a slave 6 who was highly regarded, 7 but who was sick and at the point of death. 7:3 When the centurion 8 heard 9 about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders 10 tohim, asking him to come 11 and heal his slave. 7:4 When 12 they came13 to Jesus, they urged 14 him earnestly, 15 “He is worthy 16 to have you do this for him, 7:5 because he loves our nation, 17 and even 18 built our synagogue.” 19 7:6 So 20 Jesus went with them. When 21 he was not far from the house, the centurion 22 sent friends to say to him,“Lord, do not trouble yourself, 23 for I am not worthy 24 to have you come under my roof. 7:7 That is why 25 I did not presume 26 to cometo you. Instead, say the word, and my servant must be healed.
This is Luke 7
The centurion says that Jesus just has to say "the word" and it will be done.
The phrase "I'll give you my word" has its origins in the concept of a promise or pledge, emphasizing the speaker's integrity and commitment to keeping their word. The use of "word" in this context dates back to Old English and Middle English, where "word" often referred to a statement, promise, or assurance.
Historically, the act of giving one's word was a significant social contract, especially in cultures where formal written agreements were less common. It suggests a moral obligation to uphold one's promises, often rooted in trust and honor. The phrase reflects the importance of personal cr
The phrase "I'll give you my word" has its origins in the concept of a promise or pledge, emphasizing the speaker's integrity and commitment to keeping their word. The use of "word" in this context dates back to Old English and Middle English, where "word" often referred to a statement, promise, or assurance.
Historically, the act of giving one's word was a significant social contract, especially in cultures where formal written agreements were less common. It suggests a moral obligation to uphold one's promises, often rooted in trust and honor. The phrase reflects the importance of personal credibility and the expectation that individuals will stand by their commitments.
In literature and speech, this expression has been used to convey sincerity and the seriousness of a promise, reinforcing the idea that one's word is a valuable currency in human interactions.
If the question refers to “I give you my word” (not I’ll) then it is referencing a person’s name. A man’s last name to be more specific.
At what period in time it would have originated I do not know. Most likely when a father’s, or family’s, “good name” was considered sacred and more valuable then any collateral. Keep in mind, it was not uncommon for men to be illiterate and have no idea how to write their own name. But he could give you “his word.”
The phrase probably has its origins in John 1:1 of the Bible.
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
In order to avoid saying "God "which is considered blasphemous, particularly by Christians, people used alternative phrases like oh my goodness and oh my word.
Goodness sounds similar to God. Word is equated to God through the above passage.
If I had to guess, I would say it’s just an alternative of “oh my god”. A lot of Christians used to believe you shouldn’t say God’s name like that. So, maybe instead of “God”, you say “word”. I’m not sure.
I can only guess that it came from Britain. Rather than saying "Oh my God!" and risk offending the Lord, the saying changed into Word, which is an obscure way (except in the Bible) of referring to Jesus. I seem to recall reading that over 50 years ago in a dictionary or encyclopedia.
As my own matter of course, I turn to the Oxford English Dictionary for my answer. According to that tome, the phrase "of course" first appeared in the mid-1500s and was used as an adjectival phrase meaning "belonging to the ordinary procedure; customary; natural."
Here is an example of a sentence using "of course" from 1578: The friendshippe betweene man and man as it is common so is it of course.
You can see where "of course" is synonymous with "natural."
The use of "of course" within the phrase "as a matter of course" seems not to have cropped up until the 1700s, but the meaning is the same.
As my own matter of course, I turn to the Oxford English Dictionary for my answer. According to that tome, the phrase "of course" first appeared in the mid-1500s and was used as an adjectival phrase meaning "belonging to the ordinary procedure; customary; natural."
Here is an example of a sentence using "of course" from 1578: The friendshippe betweene man and man as it is common so is it of course.
You can see where "of course" is synonymous with "natural."
The use of "of course" within the phrase "as a matter of course" seems not to have cropped up until the 1700s, but the meaning is the same.
Here is an example from 1739: He thought it a Matter of Course.
The use of "of course" as a standalone phrase appears not to have emerged until the 1800s when the definition "customary; natural" was modified slightly to become "naturally; obviously."
1823: She made some very particular inquiries about my people, which, of course, I was unable to answer.
http://www.oed.com.ezproxy.wlu.edu/view/Entry/43183?redirectedFrom=of%20course#eid8126912
Well the purpose was intentionally to assured whoever it was that you promised that you're going to keep your word but then man decided to change it. Especially narcissist they don't know how to tell the truth, if their mouth is open they're lying I don't care what they say and they're promises but they'll say that you have my word I got you it's all right you have my word. They take advantage of people who believe them and they know this. And every time somebody who takes advantage of that phrase they will continue to use it until the other person finally gets wise and just quit believing the
Well the purpose was intentionally to assured whoever it was that you promised that you're going to keep your word but then man decided to change it. Especially narcissist they don't know how to tell the truth, if their mouth is open they're lying I don't care what they say and they're promises but they'll say that you have my word I got you it's all right you have my word. They take advantage of people who believe them and they know this. And every time somebody who takes advantage of that phrase they will continue to use it until the other person finally gets wise and just quit believing them quits asking them to do anything for him because the promises are empty. Just like their hearts. But it was intended to reassure the person that your word is your bond it is your character and you will honor it. Too bad there's not enough of that in the world today, Satan has his grips on so many people, and narcissists are his children. So my advice would be if you know this person and their character, even if you've never said anything that you know they lie all the time or they always break their word and if you break your word to them all hell fire you know the world comes to an end but they can break their word to you and well I had to do this or that came up I just didn't have time on and on and on justifying their lie. Think about who is giving you that promise and then think about do you really want to believe them? There's not a lot of Honor in people these days my friend, and if you find one that does have on her keep them close because that'll be your only true friend.
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Where do I start?
I’m a huge financial nerd, and have spent an embarrassing amount of time talking to people about their money habits.
Here are the biggest mistakes people are making and how to fix them:
Not having a separate high interest savings account
Having a separate account allows you to see the results of all your hard work and keep your money separate so you're less tempted to spend it.
Plus with rates above 5.00%, the interest you can earn compared to most banks really adds up.
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When someone says that “you have my word”, it means that they are promising you something and they’re going to fulfil that promise.
Eg: You have my word that I’m going to attend the class with you on Saturday.
I hope you understood and if you did, please upvote the answer because it is quite encouraging.
Peace. :)
I think that the sentence, “You’re funny. I’ll give you that” is sort of a backhanded compliment. Maybe you’re having a conversation and you’re not in agreement with everything the other person is saying. But he or she makes a funny remark. You can’t help getting a laugh from it, and so you say, “You’re funny. I’ll give you that.” In other words, I acknowledge that you’re funny but for now that’s all I’m telling you. I’m not saying anything other than this.
‘Whirl’ is an old word, originally referring to spinning yarn. I believe that the phrase, “Give it a whirl “ originated amongst early aircrat pilots who would, on viewing a new aircraft, request ground crew to start the engine, which was done by cranking the propeller, hence “Give it a whirl and I'll take her up and try her out". Later the phrase came to mean taking any sort of moderate chance at a venture.
It means the person and or people trust you enough to take your word at face value. Which would mean alot to a person who knows that they are telling the truth.
Here's an interesting fact about lying, and if anyone is involved in a situation that they are trying to figure out if they are being lied too.
People lie for two reasons. One, out of fear. Fear of getting caught. They use lies to get away with or cover things up. But usually in time a lie will fall apart. Little details or scenarios just won't add up. And like I say if 2 + 2 isn't equaling 4, then something is missing from the equation.
It means the person and or people trust you enough to take your word at face value. Which would mean alot to a person who knows that they are telling the truth.
Here's an interesting fact about lying, and if anyone is involved in a situation that they are trying to figure out if they are being lied too.
People lie for two reasons. One, out of fear. Fear of getting caught. They use lies to get away with or cover things up. But usually in time a lie will fall apart. Little details or scenarios just won't add up. And like I say if 2 + 2 isn't equaling 4, then something is missing from the equation.
The other reason is to control a situation or person and or people. Basically manipulation. To purposely misguided someone into thinking something else.
I watched this show, and this girl paraded around New York posing as a heiress. Her name was Anna Delvey. She was nothing more than a simple Russian girl with 2 working class parents. But she was smart and manipulative. She even created fake documents so real that banks in New York were giving her $50,000 lines of credit at a time.
And everyone believed her, but just like a game of jenga one wrong block was pulled, and the whole charade crumbled.
Lying is pointless now. It really is. Like I tell people if you can prove it, then please by all means show me. I won't be mean, ignorant, mad, or anything. If anything I'd be apologetic. But I trust my words and my memory, Wholeheartedly. F**k hypnotize me, I'm down.
As do most idioms or phrases their original meaning or intent has changed over time and how we use them today is far removed from their origins.
It first appeared in print in 1859 according to Googles Ngram.
It’s an American colloquialism and dates back to the late 1800s. It means an attempt, especially an initial or tentative attempt. It has cousins in “give it a shot” and “give it the old college try.”
It has been speculated that it might come from dancing, where a whirling motion is often a prominent feature. Think Dancing with the Stars or any Strauss waltz. “Give it a whirl” also conjures up
As do most idioms or phrases their original meaning or intent has changed over time and how we use them today is far removed from their origins.
It first appeared in print in 1859 according to Googles Ngram.
It’s an American colloquialism and dates back to the late 1800s. It means an attempt, especially an initial or tentative attempt. It has cousins in “give it a shot” and “give it the old college try.”
It has been speculated that it might come from dancing, where a whirling motion is often a prominent feature. Think Dancing with the Stars or any Strauss waltz. “Give it a whirl” also conjures up images of a whirling dervish.
As it turns out, it probably has a less festive source. It is likely that it refers to a flywheel. A flywheel is a wheel with a heavy rim attached to a rotating shaft. It may have a variety of purposes: to start a piston engine, to minimize wobble in a machine once it has started, or to collect kinetic power from the rotary motion. In the early tractors, for instance, you started the engine by giving a good twist (whirl) to the flywheel.
So to give something a whirl originally was to try to start it up. The OED tells us that in Australia and New Zealand, the same idea was expressed by “give it a burl” or “give it a birl.” The verb to birl always included the idea of rotary motion, whether it spoke of a rifle bullet, a grist mill, or a flipped coin.
Some people balk at this origin and the history of it being associated with a “flywheel”, but if we look at the etymology, origin, and history of the word “whirl” this explanation is played out.
Whirl (n.)
- early 15c., "flywheel of a spindle," from whirl (v.). The meaning "act of whirling" is recorded from late 15c.; figurative sense of "confused activity" is recorded from the 1550s.
- Colloquial sense of "tentative attempt" is attested from 1884, American English.
“Give it a whirl”
The phrase is surprisingly old, dating back to the late nineteenth century. American in origin, we use “give it a whirl” in reference to the act of trying something out.
Despite some differences in opinion on the root of its origin (i.e., a reference to the spinning of a roulette wheel, the spinning of a whirly gig children’s toy, even the spinning of a dance partner), the most credible explanation is actually mechanical.
- In the late 1800s and early 1900s, many machines utilized something called a “flywheel”—a spoked metal wheel connected to a rotating shaft. In order to start the large farm tractors of the early twentieth century, one would have to give the flywheel a good “whirl” to get the engine going.
- That said, giving the wheel “a whirl” was an attempt at starting something up. In time, the process evolved from literal to figurative and refers to most any instance where we give something a try.
give it a whirl, done to a turn, muffed up, waffling
Origin and meaning of whirl by Online Etymology Dictionary
Footnotes
The Romantic-Transcendentalist American philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson, wrote in a famous 1839 essay called “Self-Reliance” :
“But do your thing, and I shall know you. Do your work, and you shall reinforce yourself.”
(“But” means “only” or “just.”)
Not many people noticed the expression until about 1966–67, when it was taken up by hippies. Emerson’s essay was a staple in college courses in American Literature, so if they didn’t just re-invent the phrase “do your thing” by chance, that’s where it came from.
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In essence - when you say “I’ll take your word for it” it means that whilst I trust the integrity of the person spoken to, that they are honestly expressing their convictions on the case in question - whilst recognizing that the information on which they base their opinions, COULD be inaccurate!
However; when you say “I believe you” - it means that I am not only trusting their integrity - but also I trust their knowledge of the point in question.
For instance: as a Christian, I may make an honest statement about the Faith, but we all know that even the Theologians sometimes disagree about the in
In essence - when you say “I’ll take your word for it” it means that whilst I trust the integrity of the person spoken to, that they are honestly expressing their convictions on the case in question - whilst recognizing that the information on which they base their opinions, COULD be inaccurate!
However; when you say “I believe you” - it means that I am not only trusting their integrity - but also I trust their knowledge of the point in question.
For instance: as a Christian, I may make an honest statement about the Faith, but we all know that even the Theologians sometimes disagree about the interpretation of Biblical matters - but as a retired Training Airline Captain - they would trust the certainty of my knowledge about my sphere of experience within Aviation.
It means you've done something that makes someone else dicy about your “confidentiality agreement!
I've only had it said to me once, and my response was typical of how I respond to threats. “ I owe everyone my word! Line forms to the rear, this is gonna be fun!”
“I will trust you about it.”
It means you will accept what the person is telling you. You accept that they are being truthful.
A person’s word is their truthfulness, how much you can trust them.
If someone gives their word, they are making a promise.
If a person keeps their word, they keep their promises.
I looked this phrase up online in The Urban Dictionary and The Online Slang Dictionary, and neither had it. Personally, I’ve never heard it used before. As far as catchy or cool things to say, frankly this phrase wouldn’t make my Top 10 List—it’s awkward and it’s obvious.
Whoever said this to you was probably just being unclever and a bit vulgar; it sounds like he was trying to tell you that you would enjoy sex with him. Yawn.
Got your back means that you will support someone especially in a difficult or hazardous situation. In the most literal terms - if you and a friend were going to enter into a physical battle or a gun fight. You would be at your friends back defending him from enemy coming at him from behind. OR “Don't worry about those thugs, buddy. I've got your back if they ever come bother you again.” OR “You can always rely on your parents to have your back.” The phrase arose in the Second World War. As buildings and other defensive positions were cleared by squads, the first soldier to enter would be reli
Got your back means that you will support someone especially in a difficult or hazardous situation. In the most literal terms - if you and a friend were going to enter into a physical battle or a gun fight. You would be at your friends back defending him from enemy coming at him from behind. OR “Don't worry about those thugs, buddy. I've got your back if they ever come bother you again.” OR “You can always rely on your parents to have your back.” The phrase arose in the Second World War. As buildings and other defensive positions were cleared by squads, the first soldier to enter would be reliant on others to protect him from the rear as he concentrated fully on what lay ahead of him.
Got Your Back What does it mean when someone says, “I got your back”?
'Got your back' illustrated at Idiomic.com: definition, example, and origin
Seems to be conclusive
http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?term=course
late 13c., "onward movement," from O.Fr. cors (12c.) "course; run, running; flow of a river," from L. cursus "a running race or course," from curs- pp. stem of currere "to run" (see current).
Most extended senses (meals, etc.) are present in 14c. Academic meaning
"planned series of study" is c.1600 (in French from 14c.). Phrase of course is attested from 1540s; lit. "of the ordinary course;" earlier in same sense was bi cours (c.1300). The verb is from 16c. Related: Coursed; coursing.
“You owe me your word”
To owe someone your word would mean to owe them a promise. This promise is held valid by the truthfulness and sincerity of the words you speak thereafter. In times before, a man’s word was his honor and if he were to break this term he would be considered a deceiver by society.
Example of usage: Helen, you owe me your word. This shouldn’t get to the ears of the Count.
This is the easiest way I could describe it, hope you understood.
When someone gives you their word, they are making a promise or a commitment to do something or to behave in a certain way. It is a way of expressing their honesty and integrity, and it is generally understood that they will do their best to follow through on what they have said. Giving one's word is often considered a sign of trust and respect.
I, at least, will use the first phrase when you say something that I can see that you believe, but I’m not totally convinced about, but I will concede that it can probably true.
The second is when I am more sure that what you said is a fact.
It’s a very literal expression: a sort of command or admonition for the one being so addressed to listen carefully, because the one saying it asserts that taking note of (marking [down] or making a mental note of) the speaker’s words is a useful exercise.
Mark my words implies that the one saying it is making a prediction with such conviction (self-assuredness) that they want it recorded for later verification (so that later, they will be credited with having asserted it).
They're saying, they're trusting what you're saying. So far they haven't been told something different.
The word phrase has been derived from the Greek word phrazein meaning declare or tell.
It also originates from the Latin word phrasis meaning diction.
An answer to the query —
What is the origin of the word "phrase"?
Good luck:-)
I’ve always said “I’ll take your word for it.” when I’m unsure of the meaning or answer of something, but I’m also too lazy to look up the answer myself. Usually with someone I trust the intelligence of.
Though, there are several people that use it in order to shorten conversations with people they don’t like.
What I was thinking what you spoken was the same thought. Because the word match it can also called as vow or one sincere promise. I think idioms used with same word with different meaning in different countries. It can also be understood as you have my precious or someone or something.
Funny can mean humorous, weird, or unorthodox.
You are funny, I’ll give you that means I acknowledge you are humorous/ weird/ unorthodox.
English, simultaneously benefits and also suffers, from the fact that it’s lexis, grammar and structures are derived from virtually every other known language (suffers because, at least in British English, the tendency is to retain at least initially, for example, pronunciation, spelling, structure and meaning, from the original language or dialect - thus, in my opinion, adding to it’s complexity)
English, simultaneously benefits and also suffers, from the fact that it’s lexis, grammar and structures are derived from virtually every other known language (suffers because, at least in British English, the tendency is to retain at least initially, for example, pronunciation, spelling, structure and meaning, from the original language or dialect - thus, in my opinion, adding to it’s complexity), and so, we do have some bizarre words and etymologies.
-“Loophole” was originally a slit in a castle’s walls used by archers/crossbow men to shoot their arrows/bolts through (usually with deadly results), and is now used to denote a flaw or limitation m in a law or regulation which can be exploited.
-“Nice” (the bane of husbands/wives/boyfriends/girlfriends everywhere!) originally derives a Latin word meaning "ignorant”.
-“Buck” (as a slang for a US$) refers to a deer (or “buck”) skin, which were often traded on the American frontier and were similarly regarded, in a bartering economy, as the coin or paper currency.
-“Addict”, derives from the ancient Rome practice of awarding soldiers (perhaps as a share of booty or in lieu of wages) a prize of slaves known as "addicts" (the Latin word for slave). Nowadays it refers to a person who is enslaved to anyone or anything.
-“Noon”, from the Latin phrase "nona hora" or "ninth hour", which, ironically, was actually closer to 3pm in Rome.
-“Dunce”, the pejorative term referring to someone who is believed to be incapable of learning or who is a slow learner, derives from a pre-Renaissance scholar, John Duns Scotus, who was highly regarded in a number of fields and for the subtly of his critical thinking. At the time, his followers were referred to as “Dunsmen” or “Dunce-men”, a high honour. Following the Renaissance, with new approaches to learning, teaching and logical problem-solving, John Duns Scotus’s methods were undermined and discredited and were then considered old-fashioned and outdated, so much so that the formerly highly thought-of association with “Dunce”, came to mean “slow-witted” or someone incapable of being edu...
