Johnny Peter

When I began teaching English, I quickly saw how often students get confused by “Giving vs Given.” These two forms come from the same verb “give” but serve different purposes in grammar. Giving appears in continuous tenses, like “She is giving a presentation,” showing an action in progress. Meanwhile, given works as a past participle, … Read more

When I first started editing professionally, I found hyphens to be tricky, especially with prefixes like re. I’d often pause and ask: should I write reorder or re-order? That question isn’t always straightforward, and knowing the rules, exceptions, and best practices in American English matters. A reliable guide helped me understand how hyphens influence meaning. … Read more

Some English learners often confuse “it’s called” and “it called” – phrases that seem alike but differ in grammar. In the topic It’s Called vs It Called, both appear frequently in spoken or written communication, yet their meaning and purpose are not the same. One is a contraction used to name or label something (like … Read more

I once found myself typing an email, wondering whether to use invision or envision. The confusion was real, both looked correct, and the similarity in pronunciation made things worse. What made it even trickier was the prevalence of the brand InVision, which I frequently used for designing wireframes. It felt natural to assume “invision” might … Read more

In modern English, language constantly evolves, and so do the ways we express certainty. The phrase “absolutely true” often pops up in heated discussions or casual chats, and while it may feel like natural emphasis to some, others see it as redundancy. That’s where the debate begins. From years of teaching English, I’ve found that … Read more

In the world of software, choosing the correct word plays a big role in how the user interacts with interfaces. Early in my career, while writing documentation for digital products, I realized just how paramount clarity is, especially when dealing with action-related terms like “unselect” or “deselect.” Although these may appear interchangeable, their usage and … Read more

Growing up around native English speakers, I quickly noticed how certain words carry more weight than others. For instance, emasculate vs demasculate often confuse, even among fluent users of the language. While emasculate appears in most major dictionaries, demasculate sparks more modern commentary. I’ve seen their usage shift in cultural discussions, especially when one aims … Read more

Some words in the English language can sound so much alike that even seasoned writers start to second-guess themselves. Imitated vs intimated might look similar, but they do very different jobs in a sentence. Once, I heard someone say, “He intimated her style,” when they meant “He imitated it.” That mistake completely changed the meaning … Read more

In English, the language we speak every day is rich with nuances and subtle differences. One common dilemma involves double negatives, such as the phrase “I didn’t do anything,” which is widely accepted as grammatically correct. But “I didn’t do anything” often appears in casual conversations, music, and movies, especially in areas with distinct regional … Read more

In both professional and casual conversation, the phrase “first priority” tends to spark debate. Some feel it’s redundant, especially since a priority already carries the weight of urgency and importance. But having worked in structured writing and real-time planning, I’ve seen how people use it to express a clear order when outlining tasks or setting … Read more