While it might seem surprising, the word "grandstand" actually does have its roots in Latin, via the word "papilio", which means "butterfly".
Here's how it works:
* Papilio (Latin): "butterfly"
* Papilionem (Latin): "butterfly" (accusative case)
* Papilionare (Latin): "to flutter like a butterfly"
* Papilionaire (Medieval Latin): "a butterfly"
* Papilioner (Medieval Latin): "a butterfly"
Over time, "papilioner" evolved into "pavilion" in French and eventually "grandstand" in English.
The connection to butterflies lies in the way these structures were originally designed. They often had open, airy designs, resembling a butterfly's wings, which allowed for optimal viewing of sporting events.