Grammar - Page 36
Someday vs. Some Day—Don’t Confuse Them!Someday means “at an indefinite time in the future.” Some day refers to one day that is perhaps unknown or unspecified. Someday...December 15, 2016
The Cost of Learning a New LanguageWhen you decide to learn a new language, you might choose the language based on where you live. Or you might select a language...December 15, 2016
Aid vs. Aide—What Is the Difference?Aid (as a noun) means “help” or “assistance.” As a verb it means “to help” or “to assist.” An aide is an assistant. Even though...December 14, 2016- No-one, Noone, or No One—Which Is Right?No one is right. No-one is an uncommon variant form. It’s best to stick to the two-word version. Noone is wrong. Too many choices...December 14, 2016
- When to Use Of vs. Off?Of is a preposition that indicates relationships between other words, such as belonging, things made of other things, things that...December 13, 2016
Is “Ginormous” a Word?Ginormous is a non-standard word. Ginormous is an adjective that means very big. In the murky territory of words you’ve...December 13, 2016- Good Morning and Good Afternoon—Are They Capitalized?Everyone likes a friendly greeting. If you are writing a salutation, it may be most well-received if you follow the rules of...December 12, 2016
Offence vs. Offense—What Is the Difference?Offence and offense are both correct. Offence is the spelling more commonly used outside of the United States. Offense is the...December 12, 2016
Congradulations or Congratulations—Which Is Right?Congratulations is correct. Congradulations is a common misspelling. When something important and meaningful happens to someone,...December 12, 2016
Vaccum, Vacuum, or Vacume—Which Is Right?Vacuum (spelled like so), means a complete lack of matter, or a device used for sucking up dirt or particles, or to use that...December 11, 2016