English

The Difference Between US & UK English

Is it a 'lift' or an 'elevator'? A 'biscuit' or a 'cookie'? This post explores the fascinating and often funny…

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How Shakespeare Changed the English Language

Ever used the word 'fashionable' or found yourself 'in a pickle'? You have William Shakespeare to thank. This post explores…

4 weeks ago

Why ‘Ain’t’ Is a Real Word (And Other Contractions)

Your English teacher probably told you 'ain't' isn't a word, but they were teaching you a rule, not a reality.…

4 weeks ago

The 10 Hardest English Words to Pronounce

Ever stumbled over 'Worcestershire' or 'anemone'? This guide breaks down 10 of the hardest English words to pronounce, offering simple…

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A Time Traveler’s Guide to Old English

Forget Shakespeare. If you traveled back to 1000 AD, you'd find a language that sounds more like German and has…

4 weeks ago

Why Is English Spelling So Weird?

Ever wonder why 'knight' has a 'k' or 'island' has an 's'? The answer isn't that English is illogical, but…

4 months ago

Fix Your Spelling: 10 Tricky Words

Struggle with words like 'accommodate' or 'liaison'? This foundational guide breaks down 10 of the most commonly misspelled words in…

4 months ago

Cracking the Cryptic: UK Wordplay

Unlike the straightforward definitions of American crosswords, the British cryptic is a battle of wits built on linguistic trickery. This…

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The People Who Became Words: A Guide to Eponyms

From 'boycott' to 'sandwich', our language is full of words that were once people's names. This fascinating guide to eponyms…

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The Sound of a Kiss: Etymology of ‘XOXO’

Ever wondered why 'X' means kiss? The answer is a fascinating journey back to the Middle Ages, where illiterate citizens…

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