15/04/2016
The Most Epic Quote Tattoo Fails Ever
I think these people could have used either our English classes or editing services!
The Most Epic Quote Tattoo Fails Ever
Not to sound like Seinfeld or anything, but what’s the deal with tattoos of quotes? Not only does a pile of words twisting up your torso look like a bag of hot garbage, but we’re modern men and women; we don’t have time to read whatever Charles Bukowski quote you paid some mutant to scar on your bo.…
23/03/2016
Grammar Basics: How to Use Singular “They”
Grammar Basics: How to Use Singular “They”
You probably learned about “they” and other pronouns in the first grade. “They” is the third-person plural pronoun, used for talking about groups of things…
21/03/2016
Bilingual Girl Puts This Chinese Woman In Her Place With This Brilliant Response.
As the saying goes, don't judge a book by its cover.
Bilingual Girl Puts This Chinese Woman In Her Place With This Brilliant Response.
Spread Laughter and Cure Boredom at Tickld.
14/03/2016
Indigenous languages recognize gender states not even named in English
Indigenous languages recognize gender states not even named in English
As the media arts justice facilitator, Fallon Andy’s role at the Native Youth Sexual Health Network is to use art, memes and GIFs to talk about violence inflicted on two-spirit and q***r bodies
22/02/2016
Being Bilingual Changes the Architecture of Your Brain
Being Bilingual Changes the Architecture of Your Brain
Making a decision with every word you say may actually be like weightlifting for the brain.
02/02/2016
The Man Of Many Languages
01/02/2016
Breaking The Gender Binary: The Navajo Had Four Genders
Breaking The Gender Binary: The Navajo Had Four Genders
11/01/2016
Sorry, grammar nerds. The singular ‘they’ has been declared Word of the Year.
Sorry, grammar nerds. The singular ‘they’ has been declared Word of the Year.
The Word of the Year has been announced.
21/12/2015
Can You Correct These 15 Tricky Sentences?
http://www.surveee.org/trickysentences.html
Can You Correct These 15 Tricky Sentences?
These words get misused every day. Can you correct them with the right word? Lets find out. Click to begin.
08/12/2015
Why is English so weirdly different from other languages? — John McWhorter — Aeon Essays
I think I would choose "unique" instead of "weird" in the title, but this is an insightful look at why English is so different from many other languages.
Why is English so weirdly different from other languages? — John McWhorter — Aeon Essays
No, English isn’t uniquely vibrant or mighty or adaptable. But it really is weirder than pretty much every other language
16/11/2015
Eight Uncommon Typography and Punctuation Marks
Eight Uncommon Typography and Punctuation Marks
There’s a popular television program about antiques and collectibles. Hopeful participants bring various items for appraisal. Some items are worthless; others are veritable treasures. Why …
26/10/2015
5 Words to Avoid Using to Describe Yourself in an Interview
Going on a job interview soon? Here are some words to avoid using and some words that can be used in their place.
5 Words to Avoid Using to Describe Yourself in an Interview
Go for words that sound more like facts and less like judgments
25/10/2015
English Words from Around the World
English is a hodge-podge of many languages. Here are some words that have origins in foreign languages: http://www.grammarly.com/blog/2015/english-words-from-around-the-world/?utm_campaign=Blog_Augment_1&utm_source=Facebook_org&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_post
English Words from Around the World
The vocabulary of modern English owes a lot of its richness to borrowing words from other languages, but it borrows from some languages much more …
23/10/2015
Underfunded Schools Forced To Cut Past Tense From Language Programs
This is obviously satire (comedy to make a specific point), but it's worth posting here.
http://www.theonion.com/article/underfunded-schools-forced-to-cut-past-tense-from--2336
Underfunded Schools Forced To Cut Past Tense From Language Programs
WASHINGTON—Teaching students how to conjugate verbs so that they can describe events that have already occurred is a luxury many schools cannot afford.
31/08/2015
Animated map shows how European languages evolved and spread
Animated map shows how European languages evolved and spread
VIDEO: 8,000 years ago it all began.
19/08/2015
How and When to Correct Writing Mistakes Online
How and When to Correct Writing Mistakes Online
To red-pen or not to red-pen? That is the question: whether ’tis nobler to suffer the discomfort of dangling modifiers and abominable spelling or to …
14/08/2015
19 amazing English words we’ve totally forgotten about
19 amazing English words we’ve totally forgotten about
From twirlblast to crapulence to scurryfunge to empurpling, we've forgotten some really amazing English words.
11/08/2015
16 Surprisingly Funny Palindromes
A palindrome is a phrase or word that is spelled the same forwards and backwards. These are fun. Can you think of any?
16 Surprisingly Funny Palindromes
What is a palindrome? According to The Oxford English Dictionary the word is based on Greek root words meaning “back” and “running.” Palindromes are words …
10/08/2015
10 grammar rules you can forget: how to stop worrying and write proper
http://www.theguardian.com/science/2013/sep/30/10-grammar-rules-you-can-forget?CMP=share_btn_fb
10 grammar rules you can forget: how to stop worrying and write proper
David Marsh set out to master perfect grammatical English – but discovered that 'correct' isn't always best
05/08/2015
25 maps that explain the English language
This may be my favorite post yet. A great linguistic history lesson!
25 maps that explain the English language
From Beowulf to Wikipedia, here's how English grew, spread, and changed.
04/08/2015
All languages have evolved to have this in common
All languages have evolved to have this in common
Study finds efficient transfer of information in 37 widely varying tongues
27/07/2015
Learning How to Use Semicolons Will Make You Smarter | Grammarly Blog
Here's a quick guide to using semicolons. Particularly helpful if you speak Spanish as the rules are different.
Learning How to Use Semicolons Will Make You Smarter | Grammarly Blog
According to research by Cheryl Deep of the Wayne State Institute of Gerontology, making small changes to your daily habits will help you to maintain strong mental function. For example, using your nondominant hand to brush your teeth will force your brain to exercise as it adapts
23/07/2015
Play online, learn online and feed the hungry | Freerice.com
Practice your English vocabulary and donate rice (for free!) to needy people around the world!
http://freerice.com/ #/english-vocabulary/1499
Play online, learn online and feed the hungry | Freerice.com
For every correct answer you choose, 10 grains of rice are raised to help end world hunger through the World Food Programme.
22/07/2015
5 of the Most Common Grammar Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | Grammarly Blog
5 of the Most Common Grammar Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | Grammarly Blog
If your friends jumped off the Brooklyn Bridge, would you do it, too? Parents often pose this question to demonstrate the futility of following the crowd. Here are four everyday phrases that many people say incorrectly. Will you stand out as different or give in to peer
20/07/2015
How to Use the Passive Voice Correctly | Grammarly Blog
How to Use the Passive Voice Correctly | Grammarly Blog
“Don’t do it.” “But why not?” “You just shouldn’t.” It’s a familiar conversation. One that could apply to everything from swimming right after you eat to using any number of “forbidden” grammar conventions. Naturally, as word nerds, we’re more concerned with the latter, and when it comes
14/07/2015
I am proud to be an Asian! *Crap Hands*
Some of these are not suitable for work (caution: swear words ahead), but demonstrate the need for professional translators.
http://9gag.com/gag/aoj2823?ref=fbp
I am proud to be an Asian! *Crap Hands*
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08/07/2015
90% Of People Can't Pronounce This Poem
Want to be able to pronounce this poem like a native English speaker? Contact us for classes!
90% Of People Can't Pronounce This Poem
Are you in the 10%?
06/07/2015
The world’s languages, in 7 maps and charts
The world’s languages, in 7 maps and charts
How does the U.S. compare to the world in terms of language diversity?
10/06/2015
Be a better writer in 15 minutes: 4 TED-Ed lessons on grammar and word choice
Be a better writer in 15 minutes: 4 TED-Ed lessons on grammar and word choice
There's no denying it -- the English language can be mighty tricky. When writing a paper, a novel or even an e-mail, you might look at a sentence you just wrote and think, "Is that comma supposed t...
09/06/2015
Basic English Key Words List 4 - ESL EFL Learning Lists and Help for English Students and Classes
Adjectives can really strengthen your English. Here's a list of some important ones.
http://esl.about.com/library/vocabulary/bl850_adjectives1.htm
Basic English Key Words List 4 - ESL EFL Learning Lists and Help for English Students and Classes
List 4 of basic English list including nouns - this list comprises 850 words which can help you speak English in a well-rounded manner.
01/06/2015
'Eggcorns': The Gaffes That Spread Like Wildflowers
'Eggcorns': The Gaffes That Spread Like Wildflowers
An eggcorn is a word or phrase that isn't right, but makes some sense. It's among more than 1,700 words Merriam-Webster just added to its dictionary. What are your favorite eggcorns?