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Spelling Errors! Its LOSE not LOOSE
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It's worth pointing out that the forum rules state:
Complaining about the general lack of good spelling habits, in the forums or in the real world, is fine.
Corrections. There is no need to point out another poster's spelling or grammatical errors unless you think it is causing confusion. Remember that not all members are native English speakers. Communication, not correctness, is our goal.
It's listed under "Minor rules", so it's not a big deal, but we do discourage people from pointing out specific mistakes by others unless they really affect the discussion. (I should have typed "effect the discussion" to see if anybody would notice, but I just couldn't stand to.)Complaining about the general lack of good spelling habits, in the forums or in the real world, is fine.
I like to use correct spelling and grammar when possible. I've learnt a few tips from this thread and I don't mind being correct out there. *Points to rest of MacRumors*
I understand where this rule is coming from, but if I'm making a consistent error, I'd like to know about it.
I understand where this rule is coming from, but if I'm making a consistent error, I'd like to know about it.
I believe you meant "corrected" above. It's hard to be certain, though, because you're so often correct in your posts.mad jew said:
You people need a good dose of Leno
http://www.nbc.com/nbc/The_Tonight_Show_with_Jay_Leno/headlines/
http://www.nbc.com/nbc/The_Tonight_Show_with_Jay_Leno/headlines/
~Who did you give it to?~
I think people who put the preposition at the end and/or use 'who' instead of 'whom' as the interrogative or object are lower than a rhino's testicles.
Seriously...people who type i instead of I as in 'i am' annoys me. They wouldn't dream of doing that when writing, so why do it with a keyboard? Just too lazy. On a global scale it's not that important, but most people have standards in many aspects of their lives. For example, who here would go to work knowing they had holes in their (under)pants? Apart from the three that should be there, to preempt any wise guys. Could make it a poll
I think people who put the preposition at the end and/or use 'who' instead of 'whom' as the interrogative or object are lower than a rhino's testicles.
Seriously...people who type i instead of I as in 'i am' annoys me. They wouldn't dream of doing that when writing, so why do it with a keyboard? Just too lazy. On a global scale it's not that important, but most people have standards in many aspects of their lives. For example, who here would go to work knowing they had holes in their (under)pants? Apart from the three that should be there, to preempt any wise guys. Could make it a poll
Spelling is one thing - and not so very important, in my opinion, as long as the meaning comes across. Some people can spell, some find it more difficult. What is annoying is when people use the wrong word.Glen Quagmire said:
Mr Skills said:
Neither, really. I just felt that the phrase "stylistically good" seemed awkward. I think it is correct, linguistically, but it doesn't feel right. That's the only reason.
Elrond39 said:
Adverb + adjective = kosher, in my book.
Maybe because 'good' is a word like 'nice' that has such a broad meaning it sounds almost uneducated to use it. As if one doesn't have the intelligence to think of a suitable word and so uses it as a filler. Like my mother's favourite: 'thingy'. Not saying she's unintelligent: she had me
To be serious for a moment, I find that when my language skills slide and I consistently fail to use proper grammar and spelling, then other aspects of my life are in decline as well. When I care about how I present myself in writing, then it becomes apparent that other things are improving. Language and its' use can be an indicator of respect, not only for the self but for others.
I won't take you or what you have to say seriously if you use the wrong word, whether in context or spelling. Who could when you refuse to learn , or are too lazy, to express yourself correctly?
In my not-so-humble opinion, for what little it's worth.
I won't take you or what you have to say seriously if you use the wrong word, whether in context or spelling. Who could when you refuse to learn , or are too lazy, to express yourself correctly?
In my not-so-humble opinion, for what little it's worth.
MultiM said:
I agree with your point; the only way that people here get to know us is via our writing, so why not put the best foot forward?
I work with a lot of people for whom English is a second language...we get humorous emails sometimes. Here's (to the best of my recollection) a funny one:
"Leaving 2p today. Grandmother is at airport because coming back from INDIA."
Here I was thinking India was the name of a country, but actually its an acronym. Still haven't figured out what it stands for, though.
"Leaving 2p today. Grandmother is at airport because coming back from INDIA."
Here I was thinking India was the name of a country, but actually its an acronym. Still haven't figured out what it stands for, though.
My biggest gripe is the people that consistently have poor spelling and/or grammar, don't proofread their posts, and admit they are too lazy or in a hurry to take the effort to proofread. Those are the people that end up in my ignore list. If they can't be bothered to ensure some sense of readability, I can't be bothered to read what they have to say.