How Long to Read The Oxford Guide to Etymology

How Long Does it Take to Read The Oxford Guide to Etymology?

It takes the average reader 6 hours to read The Oxford Guide to Etymology by Philip Durkin

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This practical introduction to word history investigates every aspect of where words come from and how they change. Philip Durkin, chief etymologist of the Oxford English Dictionary, shows how different types of evidence can shed light on the myriad ways in which words change in form and meaning. He considers how such changes can be part of wider linguistic processes, or be influenced by a complex mixture of social and cultural factors. He illustrates every point with a wide range of fascinating examples. Dr Durkin investigates folk etymology and other changes which words undergo in everyday...

How long is The Oxford Guide to Etymology?

The Oxford Guide to Etymology by Philip Durkin is 360 pages long, and a total of 90,000 words.

This makes it 121% the length of the average book. It also has 110% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Oxford Guide to Etymology Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 11 minutes to read The Oxford Guide to Etymology aloud.

What Reading Level is The Oxford Guide to Etymology?

The Oxford Guide to Etymology is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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