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Ylanne Sorrows
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| I can answer questions related to the meaning of most English words, the etymology of such, and the meaning and etymology of names (both forenames and surnames). I am familiar with Latin, Semitic languages (Hebrew and Arabic), and most Romance languages.
I can perform Latin and Spanish translations; however, I will not do so if your translation happens to be your homework, in which case you should do it yourself. I cannot perform Hebrew and Arabic translations.
My specialties are legal terms, ecclesiastical terms (those relating to religion), and names. For most names, I can provide a nationality and meaning. | Available
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Ted Nesbitt
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| I have an interest in the meanings of words and phrases, as well as how and when they became part of the English language. I enjoy
researching idioms, colloquialisms, dialects, and obscurities of
all kinds. I prefer short questions on a particular subject, and
I will not accept lengthy research projects or term papers. NOTE: ALLEXPERTS CLAIMS THAT I TRANSLATE FROM ENGLISH TO LATIN AND FROM LATIN TO ENGLISH. I DO NOT. ALLEXPERTS REFUSES TO DELETE THE LATIN-TO-ENGLISH SERVICE -- ONE THAT I DO NOT PROVIDE.
TRUST ME ON THIS: ALLEXPERTS IS WRONG. I DO NOT TRANSLATE FROM ENGLISH TO LANGUAGE. LOOK FOR A LANGUAGE EXPERT INSTEAD. ETYMOLOGY AND TRANSLATING SERVICES ARE ENTIRELY DIFFERENT. ALLEXPERTS SHOULD KNOW THAT. ALLEXPERTS DOES NOT KNOW THAT. I HAVE TRIED FOR MANY YEARS TO GET THEM TO CHANGE. THEY WILL NOT. SORRY, BUT I DO NOT TRANSLATE FROM ENGLISH TO LATIN. | Available
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Carol Pozefsky
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| Etymology: The origins of English words and phrases.
Anchor/Reporter NBC and CBS Networks. News Director 3 Regional Radio Stations. | Available
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Kristy Lashbaugh
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| I can answer questions about the meaning, usage, and source of English vocabulary. I have no formal training in Latin. My experience with Latin consists of Latin Morphemes in word study. For Latin translations (or other translations) I recommend finding another expert. I'll do what I can to help, but am limited in these areas. | Available
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