Videodate back
Learn how to use the phrasal verb date back to describe the historical origins of objects, traditions, and events. This lesson explains how to indicate that something has existed since a specific time in the past, whether you are talking about ancient artifacts or long-standing friendships. We cover the common construction date back to, the use of durations without prepositions, and helpful synonyms like date from. You will also see clear examples involving castles, manuscripts, and family traditions. Watch this lesson to master tracing history in English.