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1. historyoftoronto.ca › blog › the-fascinating-historyThe True History of Toronto's Original Name

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   Apr 16, 2024 · The French Influence in Toronto. The original name of Toronto was “Tkaronto,” which is derived from the indigenous languages spoken by the First Nations people who inhabited the area before European settlers arrived. However, it was the French who were the first Europeans to have a significant influence in Toronto.

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   Apr 16, 2024 · It is believed that the name Toronto comes from the word “torranteau,” which is a term used by French explorers to describe the many narrow passages and winding rivers they encountered in the region.

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   The word toronto, meaning 'plenty', appeared in a French lexicon of the Wyandot language in 1632. [6] Toronto, however, did not appear on any map of the region before 1650. [ 6 ] After 1650, and the destruction of Fort Sainte Marie, the Hurons left the region.

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   Apr 16, 2024 · Many theories exist about the etymology of the name, but the most widely accepted one is that “Toronto” comes from the Mohawk word “tkaronto,” which means “where there are trees standing in water.” The name “Toronto” was first recorded by French explorers in the 17th century.

5. theculturetrip.com › north-america › canadaHow Did the City of Toronto Get Its Name? - Culture Trip

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   Feb 19, 2018 · Literally translated as “where there are trees standing in the water,” the name was first recorded by Champlain in 1615. Overlapping colonial histories. Spellings of the word on regional maps through the seventeenth century included Tarento, Tarontha, Taronto, Toranto, Torento, and Toronton, in addition to the spelling that we use today.

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   The word Toronto, meaning 'plenty', also appears in a 1632 French lexicon of the Huron language, which is also an Iroquoian language. [47] It also appears on French maps referring to various locations, including Georgian Bay, Lake Simcoe, and several rivers. [48]

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   Is Toronto a French word?

   • The Toronto Carrying-Place Trail is shown, simply marked as Portage, and Lake Ontario was then known as Lac de Frontenac. The word Toronto was recorded with various spellings in French and English, including Tarento, Tarontha, Taronto, Toranto, Torento, Toronto, and Toronton.

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   Why is Toronto called Toronto?

   • The city of York is officially incorporated and renamed “Toronto” to match the area’s original Indigenous name. These historical records confirm the original name of Toronto and its significance in Indigenous culture. Today, “Toronto’s” is recognized as the official title of the city, embracing its rich heritage and connection to the land.

   The True History of Toronto's Original Name

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   Where did 'Toronto' come from?

   • Although the precise origins of the name are debated, echoes of ‘Toronto’ can be found in at least two Aboriginal language groups that inhabited the region at different points in history.

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   How do you pronounce Toronto?

   • The pronunciation of the city is broadly / təˈrɒntoʊ / ⓘ tə-RONT-oh, which locals pronounce [təˈɹɒnoʊ] or [ˈtɹɒnoʊ], leaving the second 't' silent. The site of Toronto lay at the entrance to one of the oldest routes to the northwest, a route known and used by the Huron, Iroquois, and Ojibwe.

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   How many languages are spoken in Toronto?

   • While the majority of Torontonians speak English as their primary language, over 160 languages are spoken in the city. The mayor of Toronto is elected by direct popular vote to serve as the chief executive of the city.

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   Why is Toronto called 'Au Pied de l'Entonnoir'?

   • The French phrase “Au pied de l’entonnoir” has never been documented as the original name for Toronto, and it is unlikely that French explorers or settlers would have used such a phrase to describe the area. Despite the various theories surrounding Toronto’s name, the true origin remains uncertain.

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