Doppelganger is used in today's writing prompt. Where exactly did this long clunky word come from? And what exactly does it mean?
Well, it is of German origin and means "double goer." Doppelganger is a part of German folklore. It is believed that everyone has a wraith or apparition of themselves called a doppelganger. And, if having a wraith or an apparition of yourself isn't freaky enough, it is believed that if you meet your doppelganger, your death is imminent. Ummm....creepy.
So, the next time you and your friends throw a slumber party, be sure to include "The Lore of the Doppelganger" as part of your ghost stories. Your friends will thank you for it!
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