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Debuting New Gender-Neutral, Singular Pronouns: Gni, Gnise, Gniself and Gnime
This article introduces some gender-neutral, singular pronouns that can help enhance our writing. Use them and help our language grow. Even words can be gender neutral and inclusive.
10 Phrases That Make No Sense
Some sayings can be understood simply by hearing their phrasing, with or without context. Others have outgrown the obviousness of their humble beginnings. Still others have outdated cultural or geographical relevance. In any event, here are ten phrases that no longer make any sense.
The Empty Pillow Bues
Still tryin' to be the next Bob Dylan. My fingers try hard and they're willin'; - but it seems with every single verse, my prose keeps gettin' worse!
Alleviate Meaning, Definition & Usage in Sentences
When it is used as a verb, alleviate means to lessen the effect of something or make it more tolerable.
It’s Better to Be Safe Than Sorry - Meaning, Explanation & Examples
One of the most popular phrases of our time is “It’s better to be safe than sorry.” This statement applies to many situations in our lives, but what does it really mean? I will attempt to explain the meaning behind this saying and apply it to real-life applications.
10 Tips to Improve Your English Speaking Skills
There are plenty of resources online that offer tips and tricks on how to improve your English speaking skills. But with all the different advice out there, it can be hard to know where to begin. Here are 10 tips that’ll help you improve your ability to speak English more fluently.
Spoken Kuwaiti Arabic Words or Phrases translated to English
Some spoken Kuwaiti Arabic words or phrases that you might find useful when you travel abroad in the Middle East like the country of Kuwait. Knowing a few words or phrases is very useful when you travel to a country that don't speak the English language very well.
Thoughts on the Short Story Baptism by Lorian Hemingway
This is a short essay about the short story Baptism by Lorian Hemmingway. The short story is provoking and full of religious imagery to help explain healing from trauma. Truly beautiful and thought-provoking.
Swelled Vs. Swollen - Which Is Correct?
Swelled or Swollen: Which is Correct? The past tense of swell is swelled. The past participle of swell is swollen. Swollen can also be used as an adjective.
Amazing Stories of Celebrities that Died While Producing Their Movies
This article compiled a list of entertainers that met their unfortunate death while production was still going on for their movies, it took three weeks of research to get the unique stories behind their deaths, and I hope you enjoy this Article.
How to Learn English? 22 Ways to Learn English Fast
There are so many people around the world who are willing to learn English. This is an article describing some of the many proven ways to learn English.
10 People Who Survived Execution by Hanging
As far as capital punishment is concerned, hanging was known as one of the most common methods of execution. Many are victims to hanging, but the unbelievable part is someone actually surviving the gallows. Well, here are few of them that actually survived their execution.
10 Beautiful English Words
Ahead are rarely used, but beautiful words found in the English language. They are listed in no specific order. However, these words either evoke a pleasant feeling, or have a pleasant sound to them.
How The English Language Brings People Together
Written about the English language that most of us speak on a daily basis and love, this article is written about where it comes from and about how the language became what it is today.
Role of L1 (Native Language) in English Language Learning and Teaching
This article explores the effects of using the mother tongue in the process of teaching and learning English language and also the subject matter.
How to Teach Vocabulary Effectively
This article centers on the basis if effective methods to teach vocabulary.
An Overview of Folk Etymology in the English Language
Etymology means 'history of the word.' The English language is now a global vehicle mainly because of English rule and the fact that it adopted Folk Etymology i.e assimilation of words from other languages making it richer and acceptable.
Poems From the Porch 58
The common theme of these two poems is the English language. One highlights the complexity of English and the other features one particular literary device or figure of speech - "the oxymoron."
Kinkering Kongs and Other Tips of the Slong: Spoonerisms
A spoonerism, which is a slip of the tongue, and other transpositions between words and within a word can negatively affect the message a person intends to convey. This article describes some famous spoonerisms and common transpositions and gives tips on how to avoid them.
Cool as Expressed in English Idioms and Sayings
"Cool" at face value seems such an innocuous little word. But did you realize that it has so many meanings and interpretations? This article delves into the nuances of "cool" within English idioms and phrases. "Cool" really is the Coolest word.
Space Explored in Idioms and Sayings
Space, often referred to as the final frontier, is a frontier that humankind has just started to explore. Yet, 60 years since we first left our atmosphere, new idioms have already been added to the English language.
30 Music Idioms and Phrases Explained
Music. A powerful force in people’s lives. It enhances our mood, expresses our feelings, and brings harmony and shared emotions to its audience. Little wonder then that music-related idioms have rippled through our language and form part of everyday speech.
25 Idioms and Expressions With the Word Work
Work. A four-letter word to some. The core purpose of our lives to others. It is hardly surprising then that this seemingly innocuous little word lies at the heart of so many English idioms and phrases.
77 Sayings and Phrases Related to the Passage of Time
Have you heard of the saying: "time waits for no man?" Yes? Then bearing this in mind, let's get started on these idioms and phrases that express the concept of time on our daily lives.
100 Everyday Avian Idioms and Phrases Inspired by Human Observation of Birds
Birds have ruled the skies above us for millennia. Over time, each specie has developed its unique adaptations—the fantastic variety of form and behavior contributing a rich source of expression to the English language.
Germanic Group of Languages- Important Characteristics- All about Grimm's Law, Verner's Law, Stress Shift, Tense System.
Germanic branch of Indo European family of languages has three special characteristics which are unique. This article explains these features in terms of Grimm's Law, Verner's Law, Stress Shift and regularization of tense system. A must-read for students of Philology
Indo-European Family of Languages: Features and Classifications
What is Indo-European family of language? How is it relevant to evolution of English language? This article explains about the features and different classifications of Indo-European family of languages which is essential for the students of philology.
Philippine English Words - Philippine English Vs American Vs British English
Aside from American and British English, numerous other types of English are spoken around the world, one of which is Philippine English.
Introverts - Power of Silence
This blog essays about the introvert peoples and their nature.
Know About Homonyms: Homophones and Homographs
Homonyms are tricky words. These are words that have the same spelling but different meanings. Also, these are words that have the same pronunciation but different spellings and different meanings too.
Boredom Be Gone: An English Teacher’s Guide to Keeping Learning Alive- Lesson 6
This lesson will focus on reading and understanding innovative poetry.
What is an Idiom?
While it is possible to converse in English without the use of idioms, the Second Language Learner (S.S.L.) will be at a disadvantage without some understanding of this literary term’s purpose and use. This article explains what idioms are and the functions they serve in the English language.
How to climb in the creek without a paddle?
Have you heard about a phrase "up the creek without a paddle?" And when you are in trouble that even you cannot escape with it.
English Expressions and Sayings About Hands
Hands feature in so many English idioms. See how many you remember if English is your first language. Those learning English as a second language will learn something new here.
Oddities of the English Language
English language is very complex & even if spoken as their home language people sometimes have difficulty finding the right words or phrases. Styles of speech are changing with the times, and new communities bring their own vernacular to vary and enrich the language.
Anemoia: Nostalgia for a Time You Never Knew
Anemoia is a little-known word for a well-known phenomenon. Why does it occur, though, and how can we wield it?
Influence of Shakespeare on English Language Morphology
The article outlines how the need for creative invention in literature manifests lexically through the development of word-formation techniques. More specifically, it talks about the influence of Shakespeare on english language word-formation through the techniques of derivation, compounding, etc...
Words That Sound Cool
Cool sounding words by themselves are not all that remarkable, but combine them to create a name for a business, song or title... and you have gold.
Who Wrote Dictionaries?
Writing a dictionary can seem to be a humanly impossible task if one looks at the size, volume and information that goes into one. Not to mention, the meticulous structuring and detailing. However, there were individuals who dedicated, single-minded and almost single-handed, their lives to this task
Subject Verb Agreement in English Grammar
In English grammar a verb should agree with its subject in number and person.Thus if the subject is singular, the verb should be singular; and if the subject is plural, the verb should also be plural.
50 Car Expressions and Idioms That Shape the English Language
50 expressions and idioms that draw their message from societies use and dependence on the motor car.