Tag: learning English
July: The Global Stage and the Language of Strategy
The names of our months carry stories that have survived for more than two thousand years. July is no exception. Before the Roman calendar was reformed, July was called Quintilis, which simply means “the fifth month.” After the death of Julius Caesar, the Roman Senate renamed the month in his honor. Caesar introduced the calendar… Read more
May: Making Space to Grow
The month of May takes its name from Maia, a figure from ancient Roman tradition associated with growth and the natural world. She is often connected to nurturing and steady development. In Greek mythology, Maia is also known as Hermes’ mother, the messenger god, which adds another layer of meaning: not only growth, but also… Read more
April: Looking Up Again
The month of April has been called April for more than 2,000 years. The name comes from ancient Rome, and while its exact meaning is still debated, it is often associated with the Latin verb aperire, meaning “to open.” It has long been linked to the arrival of spring, a time of change and renewal.… Read more