BC, AD & Leap Years Explained: How We Messed with Time

Описание: Why is there no year zero? What do BC and AD actually stand for? And did 11 days really just disappear in 1752?

In this episode of Fascinating Words and Phrases, we explore the origins of our calendar system — from Anno Domini and the calculations of a 6th-century monk, to the dramatic switch to the Gregorian calendar.

Discover:

• What BC and AD really mean
• Why there’s no year zero
• How Dionysius Exiguus reshaped history
• Why 2nd of September 1752 was followed by 14th of September 1752
• How leap year rules actually work (or don’t!)

We also dive into the strange quirks of leap years, century rules, and how modern atomic timekeeping keeps everything accurate today.

If you love word origins, history, etymology, British trivia, and the fascinating stories behind everyday concepts, this one’s for you.

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