Grammar Please, stop saying “Could of” If you’re one of the people who writes “could of,” you’re not alone! A lot of native English speakers get it wrong. Let’s take a look at why that happens and how to fix it.
Grammar “You and I” or “Me and you”? The rule for when to say “you and I” or “me and you” has to do with pronouns and how they work with other parts of speech. So which phrase can you use, and when?
History 6 people who changed the English language forever Many of the words you use on a regular basis were totally made up at one point. Let’s take a look at people who permanently altered the English language.
History Who actually created all these grammar rules? Grammar rules have a long and convoluted history. Let's take a look at how grammar rules were invented.
History 13 ways technology has changed language over the years Texting, Google searches and social media have all changed the way we now speak English. Here are 13 ways technology has changed the way we speak over the last 20 years.
Grammar 5 nouns we've turned into verbs Verbing, the practice of turning nouns into verbs, has always been around. Here are five nouns we've turned into verbs.
Trending 12 football terms you need to know for the return of the NFL Before you break out your pom-poms and beer, here’s a refresher on some football terms to master by kickoff of the new NFL season.
Trending 5 books to read if you love grammar If your idea of a riveting good debate is on the subject of the Oxford comma, then you’ll love diving into these books that unpack grammar and language in creative ways.
Trending 9 grammar memes that will give you a good laugh today Here are nine hilarious grammar memes that you'll want to share today.
Slang 9 common terms we got from pop songs Here’s just a few words and phrases you use on the regular that stem from some well-known pop songs.
Grammar 10 contronyms you use every day Did you know there’s a name for words that have opposite meanings? They’re called contronyms, and chances are you use them more often than you think.
9 slang terms you need to stop saying Slang words can help you connect with others if you’re aware of their context, but some popular terms are best left out of your vocabulary.
Trending 6 seasonal phrases for fall The next time you want to describe autumn as your favorite season, try to work one of these fall favorites into the conversation.
Grammar The curious case of the dangling modifier What is a dangling modifier? Good writers will check for dangling modifiers and clear up any confusion in their writing.
Trending 10 words you need to know for back-to-school Scroll through this vocabulary list of back-to-school words, and you’ll be able to kick off the school year by impressing your instructors with your lexicon (vocabulary).
7 words that were invented in the age of smartphones These seven words were invented to accommodate for phenomena that didn’t exist before the age of smartphones that we now live in.
History Why do we drive on the parkway but park in a driveway? One of the conundrums of the English language, parkway and driveway are examples of words that don’t quite make sense, but we understand and use them all the same.
Grammar What is an idiom? Idioms are an example of figurative language, and while they add a lot of color to conversation or writing, they can often be difficult to understand if you’re not familiar with the language.
Grammar Deciphering pronunciation symbols Sometimes dictionaries use a phonetic pronunciation, or their own version of a pronunciation guide. Let’s take a look at deciphering IPA, the most commonly used standard pronunciation guide.
Slang 9 Words Only Members Of Gen Z Will Understand The internet’s lexicon is home to an ever-growing list of slang terms with plenty of recent additions by the growing Gen Z population. Here’s a roundup of nine words you’re likely to hear in the presence of any Gen Z-er.
History History of the modern dictionary Most people don’t have a dog-eared copy of a dictionary on their desk anymore, and word lovers and learners are turning to the internet. Let’s take a look back at how the English dictionary has evolved over the years.
Slang The Loo or the Water Closet? What people call the bathroom around the world Let’s take a look at what people around the world call the bathroom. The next time you’re traveling abroad, you’ll have no problem finding the nearest washroom.
Grammar 7 palindromes that will make your head hurt Palindromes are words or sentences that read the same backwards as they do forwards. Here are a few prime examples of palindromes.
Slang 12 words only people from New England will understand Look below for 12 New England slang words and what they mean. In no time you’ll be convincing people you’re from the snowy Northeast!
Trending 7 weird phobias you never knew existed Whether it’s heights, spiders, or things that go bump in the night, everybody is scared of something. Here are the words for 7 weird phobias.
