Orthography

Cheshirization: The Vanishing Vowel

Named after the Cheshire Cat, Cheshirization is a fascinating phonological process where a vowel vanishes but leaves a ghostly trace…

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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…

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The Japanese Crossword Puzzle

How do you build a crossword in a language with three writing systems and no spaces? This piece explores the…

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The Secret Language of Digital Punctuation

Forget what you learned in grammar school; the internet has its own set of rules for punctuation. From the "aggressive"…

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The Art of Omission: Writing Without E

This post explores the lipogram, a daunting form of wordplay where an author intentionally avoids a specific letter—often "e." We'll…

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Type on the Brain: Font Psychology

Ever wondered why some fonts just feel trustworthy while others seem playful or aggressive? This isn't just a matter of…

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The Logic of Illogical Spelling: Ghoti = Fish?

How can 'ghoti' possibly be pronounced 'fish'? This famous linguistic riddle isn't just a party trick; it's a gateway to…

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The Secret of French Accent Marks

Ever been mystified by the little hats and slashes in French words? These accent marks aren't just for decoration; they're…

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Learning a Language with Dyslexia

Learning a new language with dyslexia can feel overwhelming, but it is entirely possible with the right approach. This guide…

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Is Cursive Better for Your Brain?

As schools increasingly drop cursive, we must ask: are we just losing an old-fashioned script, or are we sacrificing a…

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