Double Quote by Nikhil Saluja
“I always wondered why 'W' is called Double U, when it's clearly Double V.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Language curiosity segment, 2015
The letter name “Double U” reflects historical typographic evolution, not visual shape.
In simple terms: Names can be historically odd.
Learn the history behind terms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teaching spelling
- designing fonts
- public speaking
- language education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we keep legacy names?
- How does this affect literacy?
Historical naming may cause confusion today.