This week we’re talking about English language oddities.
What’s odd… unusual… and strange about the language.
One reader points out that in the word “unusual”, the letter “u” is pronounced three different ways.
Atomic Homework
English Is Defective
It’s strange.
In English, we say “two donkeys.”
But we then we say, “two sheep.”
How To Count Sheep In English
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One sheep…
Two sheep…
Three sheep…
This Shows You Don’t Need To Be Perfect To Communicate Perfectly
Did you ever see or read “The Shinning?”
The book was by Stephen King.
The movie was by Stanley Kubrick.
The REAL Reason You Still Can’t Speak English
I found the answer!
Have you ever wondered, How is it possible that I’ve spent YEARS learning English and I STILL can’t speak?
It’s one of life’s great mysteries.
Have You Created An English Monster?
“Let’s start a family,” says Mrs. Frankenstein.
“Ok,” says her husband. “Tonight, at midnight, Igor and I will get our shovels and go down to the cemetery and…”
“No more monsters!” shouts Mrs. Frankestein. “I want to make a baby the natural way!”
The Real Reason Kids Learn English Faster
Here’s a common story…
Parents move to America.
Their children are young.
It’s Unnatural
“Natural.”
“Organic.”
“All natural ingredients.”
A Secret Grammar Lesson
Thanks for your answers!
(77… I think that’s a new record)
What am I talking about?
I’m Inviting You to Have a Magical English Lunch
Have you heard this question?
“If you could have a conversation with anyone living or dead, who would you speak with?”
Here’s my Vitamin V version: