Is it Noone or No One?
The English language is a labyrinth of intricacies, where a single space or hyphen can change the meaning of a word entirely. In this blog… Read More »Is it Noone or No One?
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Homophones
Homophones are words that sound the same but mean different things, or are spelled differently, like new and knew.
Everyday vs. Every Day
Everyday vs. Every Day Language is a fascinating and intricate tapestry woven with words that hold subtle nuances and meanings. Even small differences in spelling… Read More »Everyday vs. Every Day
Is it Blond or Blonde? What’s the Right Spelling?
Blond vs. blonde: which is it? Maybe you’ve noticed that blond is sometimes spelled with an ‘e’ at the end, and sometimes it’s not. Is… Read More »Is it Blond or Blonde? What’s the Right Spelling?
Gray or Grey: Which is the Right Spelling?
Both grey with an ‘e’ and gray with an ‘a’ are correct spellings of the colour/shade, grey/gray.
Breath vs Breathe: Which is the Correct Word?
Breath is a noun that refers to the actual air taken in and out while we breathe (verb form of the noun breath).
Aid vs. Aide: Which Word Is It?
Aide is a noun and means assistant. Aid can be a noun or a verb, and means ‘to offer help’, or refers to the help given.
Desert vs. Dessert: What’s the Difference?
Dessert with two s’s is the sweet stuff we eat after dinner. Desert with a single s refers to the sandy, arid regions, as in the Sahara desert.
Which is it: ‘Already’ or ‘All Ready’?
All ready (two words) means “totally prepared” or … ready. Already (one word) is an adverb that highlights something as having happened before now or by now.
What’s the Difference Between “Aisle” or “Isle”?
An aisle is a passage between rows of seats or shelves (think grocery store). Isle refers to an island, typically a small one.