Using a comma after a particular word is guided by punctuation rules that are fundamentally and arbitrarily based on syntax and stylistics. Put simply, a particular word does not necessarily determine the comma placement, but instead, it is either the sentence structure or the writing style. In our article today, we cover the comma-placement subtleties …
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“Especially” appears quite a lot in texts, and a comma sometimes appears before it, but other times doesn’t. Why is this so? Are there rules that guide the pre-comma placement? If you’ve reached this site because of these queries sitting apprehensively at the back of your head, you certainly came to the right place. …
Chatting with an Irish local can sometimes feel like stepping into a world where the words are familiar, but their meaning… not so much. During my trips to Ireland, I did double takes more than once, trying to figure out if I was still speaking English! To make sure I wasn’t completely off my rocker, …
Imagine a graveyard filled not with lost souls, but with letters that once roamed the English alphabet like rock stars of old. These forgotten characters, stars in their own right, have now been relegated to the dusty margins of history. Based on the findings in AustinMcConnell’s video, we’re about to resurrect 10 of these neglected …
What if I told you there’s a language where “kilig” describes that flutter in your stomach when you’re crushing on someone, and “gigil” is the urge to pinch something cute? Welcome to the wonderful world of the Filipino language! From its Spanish influences to its knack for turning English words into something uniquely Filipino, this …
Sometimes, the English language throws us words that seem like they belong in a fantasy story or a comedy skit. Yet, these peculiar terms are actually quite real, especially when it comes to phobias. From the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth to the terror of the number eight, some …
You know that moment when you’re singing your heart out to a favorite song, only to realize the lyrics you’ve been passionately belting out for years are completely wrong? You’re not alone in this lyrical mix-up; in fact, there’s a term for it: mondegreens. From “Hold me closer, Tony Danza” instead of “Tiny Dancer” to …
So, you’ve decided to visit England. Brilliant! Get ready for a journey where the weather is unpredictable, the tea is a ritual, and saying “sorry” every five minutes is the law. But hold on a sec—before you pack your bags with umbrellas, tea bags, and an insatiable craving for fish and chips, let’s talk about …
Small talk doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, it can be the key to turning a casual encounter into a memorable connection. But too often, it feels like we’re stuck in the same old script: “How are you?” “What do you do?” “Seen any good movies lately?” Yawn. The truth is, great conversationalists …