“Breathe” vs. “Breath”: 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).
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Dalia Y
Started Grammarflex(ing) in 2022—been a word nerd and writing enthusiast ever since. (BA, MA in phil).
Is it ‘Bear With Me’ or ‘Bare’ with Me’, Explained
Also known as the difference between asking someone to be naked with you, or politely asking them to be patient with you while you figure something out.
Dessert vs. Desert: 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.
What’s a Comma Splice?
A comma splice is when a comma separates two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction (or semicolon).
When to Use A Comma Before “And”?
Use commas before “and” when joining two independent clauses to form a compound sentence. Sometimes, a comma is used after ‘and’ in a series or list.
Is it Rational or Rationale?
Rational (adjective) describes someone or something as reasonable. A rationale (noun) is to a reason behind something.
What’s the Plural of Hero? Heros or Heroes?
Not all heroes wear capes, and yes, ‘heroes’ is the correct plural of hero.
Some of the Most Commonly Confused Words in English
Take a gander through this list of commonly confused homophones in English. Do you know the difference between ‘advice’ and ‘advise’, or ‘allusion’ and ‘illusion’?
“Accept” vs. “Except”: What’s the Difference?
Accept is a verb: to receive,something that is offered or presented. Except is a preposition that means ‘but’ or ‘excluding’.
Allude vs. Elude (Definition & Examples)
To allude means to hint at something, or to indirectly refer to something. To elude is to avoid or escape, often in a skillful or cunning way.