The Quirks and Zigzags of Q and Z

Consider the “accidental” letters “Q” and “Z.” Look back to the Phoenician alphabet to better understand why English doesn’t really need a “Q,” and consider how English acquired the letter “Z” through Latin by way of Greek. Also, discover why “Z” sits at the very end of the alphabet.

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  • Originally Aired May 19, 2023
  • Runtime 25 minutes
  • Network USA The Great Courses
  • Created December 16, 2023 by
    APreternaturalArchivist
  • Modified December 16, 2023 by
    APreternaturalArchivist