Punctual
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl/noun
Being on time; prompt.
Did you know?The concept of punctuality was once linked to the goddess of fortune, suggesting that being on time could influence your destiny!
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*peḱ-
“to fasten or attach, implying precision in placement.”
Latin
Latin
punctum
“a point or a mark, also symbolizing exactness.”
Old French
Old French
punctuel
“pertaining to points, or timely.”
Middle English
Middle English
punctuelle
“exactly on time or at a point in time.”
Modern English
English
punctual
“characterized by being on time; adhering strictly to a schedule.”
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