Slang
Food slang that's sure to work up your appetite
As food and our relationship to it as a society continues to evolve over the years, the one thing that is certain is that the food slang we use will be shaped by it as well.
Jennifer Freeman
History
Do you know the real meaning behind these popular sayings?
One of the many quirks of the English language is our knack for twisting words into proverbs and phrases. Let's take a look at these idioms.
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English words that are utterly unique
Most words are familiar to us, or they at least follow familiar patterns. Things get interesting when the patterns are broken, and the outliers are looked at.
History
What do A.M. and P.M. actually stand for?
In Latin, a.m. stands for ante meridian. Translated, this means before midday. The counterpart, p.m., stands for post meridian, which, you guessed it, translates to after midday.
Grammar
Foreign words that we use daily
You may not be able to carry on a conversation in French, or Italian, but let’s take a look at some of the foreign words and their meanings that you probably use everyday.
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11 words created by Twitter and YouTube
Here’s a few words that stem from Twitter and YouTube – whether talking about using the platform itself or the lingo it’s responsible for popularizing.
Grammar
Is "I Wish I Were" Or "I Wish I Was" Correct?
You have a wish. But to express that wish, should you say “I wish I were” or “I wish I was”?
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Some more thoughtful ways to say “Thank You”
If you’re stuck on a way to truly express how grateful you are for something, here’s some fresh ideas on how to say thank you.
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Instant Messaging Phrases We Still Use Today
The continued use of instant messaging (IM) phrases from yesteryear is curious, yet the shorthand communication is only growing. Here is a brief look at some IM phrases that are in use today.
History
How Did The Months Get Their Names?
The names of the months were set in Ancient Rome. They went through a few changes, and there are clues that allude to this in the current names.
History
The History Behind Cooking Terms
Of course, with the development of new methods and technologies, new language has to be created to describe them. Here, we will take a look at some of the modern cooking words used in English, and where they came from.
Grammar
Why Do Brits Use ‘Ou’ and Americans Just Use ‘O’ in Words?
While English is an official language of dozens of countries, regional differences in slang, word use, vocabulary, pronunciation and even spelling highlight the differences of English globally.