The Fascinating History of Big Numbers

The video explores the fascinating history and etymology of words used for large numbers, such as hundred, thousand, myriad, lakh, crore, million, milliard, and googol. It delves into the origins of these terms, their historical usage, and how they have evolved over time. The video also highlights cultural differences in number naming, particularly in South Asia, and discusses the shift in the meaning of billion in English-speaking countries.

How did the concept of counting evolve from the number 12 to 13 in English?

Describe the historical context of the word 'thousand' in Old English.

What is the meaning of 'permyriad' and how is it related to the word 'percent'?

What is a 'lakh' and where is it commonly used?