Why Is 'Colonel' Pronounced 'Kernel'?

The video explores the complexities of English pronunciation, focusing on the word 'Colonel'. It traces the word's etymology from Italian 'colonelo', through French 'coronel', to its current English form. The video explains how linguistic processes like dissemination and historical influences from Italian, French, and Spanish languages shaped its pronunciation. Despite changes in spelling, English retained its unique pronunciation, highlighting the language's complexity.

What role did the Italian Renaissance play in the adoption of the word 'Colonel' in English?

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Discuss the linguistic evolution that led to the current pronunciation of 'Colonel' in English.

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