This text examines the semantic complexity of words and the risks associated with their historical and rudimentary meanings. The author argues that words are not mere signs but possess layers of sense that may conflict with their intended usage in specific contexts. While common expressions like "sunrise" demonstrate a recognized discrepancy that we typically ignore, in other instances, hidden relic meanings can subtly influence and mislead human thought, particularly among those with less linguistic awareness. The article emphasizes the necessity of high linguistic culture and a thorough understanding of word roots and etymology. Consequently, philology and comparative linguistics are highlighted as essential disciplines for philosophy. Although the author warns against reductionistically deriving thoughts solely from the "regime of speech," he maintains that the impact of linguistic structures on conceptual formation and cognitive processes must not be underestimated, as they fundamentally shape the way we perceive and interpret reality.