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There is THIRty, then there is THIRteen. So if there is TWENty, why is 12 twelve instead of "twenteen?"
Who chose 12 to be twelve instead of "twenteen" and how come?
How to get american accent
So I'm english literature student who their first language is Arabic I would say Mt speaking is fine but sometimes I struggle with pronunciation ( I Don't listen alot to english and I tend to read the words without trying to listening) I want to have accent ( american or any easy one ) have anyone of u had achieved that in short time? Without boring repeating or learning pronunciation rules class??
Have You Ever Used the Word "Zeitgeist"?
Hi everyone, I rarely encounter unusual words in my work—and "Zeitgeist" is one of those words that seems to have slipped through the cracks of modern vocabulary. I'm curious: Have any of you ever used this word, or is it just a relic from the past? Whether you recall it from literature, historical texts, or casual conversation, I’d love to hear your experiences. Do you think it still holds any meaning or charm in today's language, or has it faded into obscurity? Looking forward to your thoughts!
What does "Molester" "Molest" mean in english?
Apparently it haves another meaning that is not "annoying". Can you please help :)
Does anyone phrase it this way? Can we say “my work is far from my house”? Thanks.
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is the word “Traipsing” commonly used？
learned this word from a TV show, but it was from an old witch's line, so I'm not sure if it sounds strange or outdated in real life Thanks in advance！（btw is it natural to say 'thanks in advance' in this situation？）
So, why is the answer to this might, and not could?
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How would you describe this picture?
In my language I'd say "a rug of clouds" but in English it doesn't sounds right, let alone poetic (I think)... Is there an equivalent in English? How would you describe it?
Does this sentence make actual sense? (That "than someone else" part looks unnatural)
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Fiancé" vs "Fiancée: Who's Who?
As a non-native speaker, I always thought "fiancé" was for a guy and "fiancée" for a girl. But now I keep seeing "fiancée" used for both! Is this a new trend or have I been living under a rock? Should I stick to the classic rules, or is it all fair game now?