Etymology — Word Origins

Discover the hidden history behind every word.

Etymology is a fast, beautiful dictionary of word origins. Type any word and instantly discover its etymology — the languages it passed through, how its meaning shifted over centuries, and the roots it shares with other words you already know.

Features: • AI-powered etymology lookup for English words • Word of the day with rich historical context • Favorites and search history • Works great offline for previously looked-up words • Clean, distraction-free reading experience • Dark mode and dynamic type support

Whether you're a writer, student, linguist, or just a curious reader, Etymology turns every word into a small window on the history of language.