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The word refrigerator originates from the Latin verb refrigerare which was derived from the Latin adjective frigus, meaning cold.
- Why is there no D in the refrigerator?
- What do the British call a refrigerator?
- Is fridge a real name?
Why is there no D in the refrigerator?
As a general rule, a G at the end of a word sounds like the G in flag and hog. Anywhere else in a word, it can sound like either gesture or forget. The G in refrigerator follows this rule. If we shortened refrigerator to fridge we're left with F-R-I-G.
What do the British call a refrigerator?
Common words in Daily routine/ activities
| American English word | British English equivalent |
|---|---|
| Mixer / Blender | Mixi or Mixie |
| Refrigerator | Fridge |
| Bell pepper | Capsicum |
| Chili |
Is fridge a real name?
The last name Fridge occurs mostly in The Americas, where 81 percent of Fridge are found; 81 percent are found in North America and 81 percent are found in Anglo-North America. It is also the 1,614,485th most numerous given name throughout the world, borne by 40 people.
