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Discover the Importance of Hinges and Their Cardinal Role in Our World

Explore the origins of the word "hinge" from the Latin "cardo" and its metaphorical usage in English. See how hinges are essential and main in various aspects of life, just like cardinal numbers and points. Learn about cardinal winds and the significance of cardinal directions. Dive into related terms like "porta," "airport," "portal," "porthole," and "porch." Uncover the hidden connections between these words and their common Latin roots.

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Discover the Importance of Hinges and Their Cardinal Role in Our World

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  1. Vocabulary #21 cardo, cardinis hinge Latin

  2. So what does “hinge” mean? • In English we use the old German word “hinge” (a derivative of “hang”) for the small but important device on which every door swings. Think how important hinges are in our world! The original Latin word “cardo” (meaning a hinge) has come into English usage almost entirely as metaphor.

  3. cardinal – essential, main; a songbird with bright red feathers • cardinal numbers – one, two, three, etc. • cardinal points – North, South, East, West • cardinal winds – winds blowing from one of the cardinal points of the compass • Cardinal – one of 70 princes of the Roman Catholic Church

  4. porta door, gate, entry Latin

  5. port – a harbor for boats at the shore of a city; the left side of a ship, as one faces forward; a place to connect pieces of computer hardware so they can communicate with each other • airport – a place where airplanes land and take off • portal – doorway or gateway of stately or elaborate construction; any kind of entryway • porthole – small opening in the side of a ship to let in light or air • porch – a covered area around the entrance to a house

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