TIL the English word "Tycoon" is based on the Japanese word "Taikun" that means "Great Lord." But that Japanese word is based on Chinese. Original used in the I-Ching to mean an independent ruler ...
TIL the English word "Tycoon" is based on the Japanese word "Taikun" that means "Great Lord." But that Japanese word is based on Chinese. Original used in the I-Ching to mean an independent ruler ...
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Original Title: TIL the English word "Tycoon" is based on the Japanese word "Taikun" that means "Great Lord." But that Japanese word is based on Chinese. Original used in the I-Ching to mean an independent ruler not of imperial lineage.