Bravo
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David Myer
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Bravo
I understand it comes from the Latin for bold. So why do we shout it at concerts when we mean "Great stuff. Well done"?
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Slava
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Re: Bravo
If I understand correctly, it is because an archaic meaning of brave meant just that, well done, excellent, or admirable.
I notice also that bravo once upon a time meant a hired assassin.
I notice also that bravo once upon a time meant a hired assassin.
Life is like playing chess with chessmen who each have thoughts and feelings and motives of their own.
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