Vocabulary

It’s a catchy phrase that took over TikTok in early 2024, blending emotional vibes with soft rebellion. I first saw it while scrolling late at night. It seemed playful at first, but with every video, I noticed men expressing a more emotionally open side, flashing grins, and delivering smoother lines. This wasn’t just viral content; … 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

As a language editor who has worked with writers and speakers across the globe, I’ve often seen confusion arise about how to refer to a team, whether to use that is winning or who is winning. This raises the classic question: “Team That” or “Team Who” or “Team Which?” These questions can perplex even experienced … Read more

In the realm of technology and language, choosing the right word matters. Over the years of working with product teams and doing documentation, I’ve seen many people get confused between the terms extensible and extendible. That’s where the core question of “Extensible vs Extendible” comes in. While they may appear similar, they carry distinct meanings. … Read more

Language changes fast, especially in online spaces where a single tweet or text can shape how we write. I’ve seen people, maybe even yourself, type “soo” instead of “so” to stretch emotion or add a playful tone. I’ve probably done it too. Soo vs So has become a common grammar question, especially for writers navigating … Read more

In business and education, I’ve often seen confusion caused by the terms unregister and deregister, which are often used interchangeably. Though these words seem similar on the surface, their meanings are quite different. The difference becomes clear when we dive deep into how these terms are applied in various sectors like technology, law, and official … 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

English learners often confuse its self or itself, especially when refining their writing style. While the difference seems subtle at first glance, it’s crucial in proper grammar. I once composed a professional report and mistakenly used its self instead of itself, completely shifting the meaning of my sentence. That small typographical error exposed a gap … Read more

When I was learning English, I’d often stumble while writing an email or chatting with a friend, unsure whether to say “when can I” or “when I can.” What seemed like a simple phrase turned into a valuable lesson during a job interview, where my sentence structure sounded awkward to native speakers. That moment helped me realize I was misusing … Read more

I remember constantly hearing people saying “mine as well” or “might as well” or “mind as well” without batting an eye until I got serious about teaching English usage. Suddenly, I realized how often these phrases trip people up, especially in spoken English, where similar sounds blur lines between real usage and misheard phrases. The … Read more