Where does common anatomical language derive from?

Answer 1

Anatomical language is derived from both Greek and Latin terminology. The original medical texts were in Greek, and then translated into Latin. They were used until the 1700's until they were translated into other languages, like English.

Answer 2

Common anatomical language, known as anatomical terminology, is derived from Latin and Greek origins. As early anatomists and physicians studied the human body, they used Latin and Greek to describe structures and functions due to the influence of prominent scholars like Galen and Vesalius. This tradition has persisted over time, and many anatomical terms in modern medical practice are still rooted in Latin and Greek.