Ever wondered what the "o" in "o'clock" actually means? Discover the fascinating history behind this everyday phrase!
Uncover the hidden meaning of "o'clock" that most people have no idea about. You’ll be amazed at how simple it really is!
Did you know "o'clock" is a contraction? Find out the origin of this common phrase and impress your friends with the knowledge!
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Uncover the hidden meaning of "o'clock" that most people have no idea about. You’ll be amazed at how simple it really is!
Did you know "o'clock" is a contraction? Find out the origin of this common phrase and impress your friends with the knowledge!
Location: London
WooGlobe Ref : WGA925852
For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com
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00:00Do you know what the O in O'clock actually stands for? You've probably used this phrase
00:04countless times, but have you ever wondered what it really means? Stick around because
00:09the answer is more interesting than you might think.
00:11It all started when a curious user on threads asked, what's the meaning of O in a clock?
00:16The responses poured in with guesses ranging from zero to omega, but the real answer might
00:21surprise you.
00:22Back in the day, when clocks were a new invention, people often used sundials to tell time. To
00:27distinguish between sundial time and clock time, they would say, it's twelve o'clock.
00:32Over time, this phrase was shortened to o'clock. Yes, the O is simply a contraction of the
00:38word of.
00:39And here's an extra nugget for you, did you know that oak also has a quirky origin?
00:43It started as a playful misspelling of all correct, written as ol' correct. Crazy,
00:48right? Now you know the true meaning behind two phrases we all use every day.