Knowledge - Grammar / Spelling

Ever gotten called out for the difference between you’re and your? We’ve all been there–and we don’t ever want to go back. These insightful and interesting grammar articles will turn you into a word whiz quicker than you can blame autocorrect for your grammar faux pas.

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20 Grammar Jokes Every Word Nerd Will Appreciate

Three intransitive verbs walk into a bar. They sit. They drink. They leave.


100 Hyperbole Examples That Are Out of This World

This list is so good, it might just break the internet


38 Words That Are Their Own Opposites

Contronyms are words that love to keep you guessing by meaning the opposite


13 Comma Rules Everyone Should Know

Memorize these comma rules before you write your next essay, letter, or email!



16 Words You Use Every Day You Didn’t Realize Are Trademarked

Bubble Wrap® is not a generic term. Neither is Realtor®. Did you know any of these common words are actually...


15 of the Most Endangered Languages in the World

There are more than 7,000 living languages in the world, but UNESCO predicts more than half will be extinct by...


Here’s When to Use “I.e.” vs. “E.g.”

These expert tips will show you exactly when to use i.e. vs. e.g. so you never make this common grammar...

14 Secret Code Words You’re Not Meant to Know

These phrases are meant to sound like random letters and numbers, but in certain situations, they can be signs of...


The Surprising Origins of Your Favorite Slang Words

Ever wondered where your favorite lingo really comes from? From ancient phrases to pop culture catchphrases, here's the...


18 Foreign Words That Sound Rude in English

You may not want to use these words in polite company until you know what they mean.


6 Common Holiday Card Grammar Mistakes to Avoid

Tip number one: Keep those apostrophes in check!


30 Hilarious Made Up Words You’ll Want to Start Using

Just remember, people might not understand you if you start using these.


Here Is Every “Word of the Year” Since 2000

To qualify as a potential “word of the year,” terms must be newly popular, widely used, and reflective of regular...


17 Famous Company Names You’re Actually Pronouncing All Wrong

Most businesses could not care less how you say their name as long as you spell your name correctly on...


The Real Reason Brits and Americans Spell “Color” Differently

Hint: The unique British spelling has to do with the American Revolution


17 Common Food Names You Probably Pronounce Wrong

Fact: 100 percent of people pronounce "sriracha" wrong.

14 American Sayings That Don’t Make Sense Outside the United States

When are cows coming home? And you want my what?! You never realized how silly these sayings sound to people...


16 Everyday Phrases with Surprisingly Dark Origins

They say the devil is in the details ...


11 International Idioms That Sound Downright Hilarious in English

If you think English idioms sound weird, try wrapping your mind around these strange phrases from other countries.


10 Trendy Words You Throw Around But Probably Don’t Understand

Who's not a woke, dystopian dotard these days? Not sure what that means? You're far from alone. Here's a round-up...


20 Hard Words to Pronounce That Even Get Language Buffs Tongue-Tied

From açaí to otorhinolaryngologist, these are some of the toughest words to spit out correctly. Ain't language grand?


10 Ways You’re Still Using Apostrophes Wrong

Its or it's? 70's or 70s? Here's how to tell.

20 Words and Phrases That Don’t Mean What You Think They Do

These common misnomers prove everyday language isn't always what it seems


There Used to Be Six More Letters in the English Alphabet!

You thought you knew your ABCs, but our alphabet used to have a total of 32 letters instead of the...


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26 Funny Names for Groups of Animals That Are Totally Real

From a grumble of pugs to a kindle of kittens, these funny names for groups of animals offer the right...


7 Common Words That Mean the Exact Opposite of What You Think

"Outlaw," "scan," and "irregardless"... you're using them all wrong.


20 Common Words That Used to Mean Completely Different Things

Even if you’re not a full-blown grammar nerd, you’ll find the origins of these words that changed meaning over time...


22 Words and Phrases You Had No Clue Originated in the Military

The term "feeling blue" originated in the Navy. Who knew?