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  • Decimal time is the representation of the time of day using units which are decimally related. This term is often used specifically to refer to the French Republican calendar time system used in France from 1794 to 1800, during the French Revolution, which divided the day into 10 decimal hours, each decimal hour into 100 decimal minutes and each decimal minute into 100 decimal seconds (100000 decimal seconds per day), as opposed to the more familiar standard time, which divides the day into 24 hours, each hour into 60 minutes and each minute into 60 seconds (86400 SI seconds per day).

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decimal_time







  • From ChatGPT:

    The origin of “sod” as a slang term comes from British English, where it has been used since the 19th century. It is derived from “sodomy,” which refers to non-procreative sexual acts, and has historically been used in legal contexts with negative connotations. Over time, “sod” became a more generalized term of abuse or insult, detached from its original specific meaning related to sexual acts.

    In the context of “sod off,” the term “sod” is used as a derogatory noun, but it has become somewhat less offensive over time, often considered more cheeky or informal rather than a serious insult. The usage of “sod” has expanded beyond “sod off” to include expressions like “poor sod” (a term of sympathy for someone in an unfortunate situation) and “lucky sod” (someone who is particularly fortunate), showcasing its versatility in British slang.







  • Toldry@lemmy.worldtomemes@lemmy.worldLet me load it
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    6 months ago

    I like the Arabic word “ya” that can functions as an extra attention-grabber when referring to someone

    So instead of

    NaoPb, can you bring me the screwdriver? you say ya NaoPb, can you bring me the screwdriver?

    so the word “ya” prepares your brain to recieve a name of a referrant, and if that name is your name then your brain then pays full athention