Apr 13, 2011

K is for Kudos

Kudos.

I love the word kudos. Such a small word that signifies glorious recognition.

Kudos is a singular noun, the s doesn't mean more than one kudo.  You might give someone kudos to convey your appreciation.  You can even give someone a Kudos® candy bar in appreciation, but you can't give someone a kudo as there is no such thing.

The naval term Bravo Zulu is derived from the Allied Signal Book created after WWII, where two letters of the phonetic alphabet were combined to signify certain phrases in abbreviated form.  Bravo Zulu simply means well done and is synonymous with kudos.  Bringing it into to the 21st Century, you might give someone props.  And I do mean you might give someone props.  I still like kudos.

No, I love kudos.  And Kudos®.




I'm taking the A-Z Blogging Challenge, where I will post something from each letter of the alphabet on the corresponding day in April, except for Sunday, on at least one if not all four of my blogs. You can see my other blogs in the sidebar - More of Marie Anne.

11 comments:

  1. I kinda like the idea of giving someone a "kudo" LOL :D Kudos is a cool word!

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  2. And Kudos to you for always packing a punch of knowledge in your posts!

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  3. I'm going to have to look up the etymology on kudos and props. My curiosity is piqued!

    Good one, MA!

    Another A-Z Challenger stopping by to visit. You can find me at:
    The Frustrated Foodie

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  4. Kudos on a fantastic post. I had no idea that Bravo Zulu meant that.

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  5. Kudos for a wonderful post! I love learning something new - Bravo Zulu.

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  6. Over the years, I've heard far too many people (who should've known better) give someone "a kudo." I cringed every time.

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  7. Once again...great post Marie! Kudos :)

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  8. I never knew this. Thank you for sharing! I’m so glad I found your blog. I’m stopping by from the A to Z challenge and I look forward to reading more from you.

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  9. Kudos is always nice to receive, it feels good to give as well.

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  10. Kudos! I love them too, the ego-boosting ones and the yummy ones!

    My “L” post is right here: http://www.word-nerd-speaks.com/2011/04/long-long-list.html

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