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Guide to using Singular "They"
I'm a native English speaker who uses singular they/them pronouns. Here's a quick guide to using them: Although this may seem like a new linguistic development, the singular *they* has been in use in English since the 14th century. You can use it to refer to anyone whose gender or preferred pronouns you don't know, or for someone who chooses to go by those pronouns. When in doubt, just ask! Don't beat yourself up too much for getting it wrong, just keep doing your best. It's not a big deal if you don't make it one. But remember: Treat others the way you want to be treated. You wouldn't like someone calling you a "she" when you're a "he" or anything like that, so try to give others the same respect. In many cases, the singular *they* sounds similar to the plural *they*, but there are some exceptions. For example, "Are" is typically used instead of "is" for singular *they*, just because it sounds better. "Is" would technically be grammatically correct for the singular *they*, but it sounds strange. Still, you should be understood regardless. Examples of singular *they*: - They - Them - Their/Theirs - Themself - Theirself Examples of singular *they* in sentences: - "Oh, I've met *them*! *They're* really funny." - "Do you know where *they* went?" - "Have you seen *their* shirt?" - "*They* found it hard to imagine *themself* in that situation." - "*They're* going to do it *theirself*." I hope this was helpful! If you have any questions, just ask!
Is "Zuckerberg" a verb?
Basically, I am rewatching Rick and Morty but in English. In S1E9, Summer said that The Devil was "Zuckerberging her". Does anyone know what does it mean?
Cheat a friend? shouldn't it be "cheat on a friend"?
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Is it common to use “thineselves” to say “yourselves”?
I saw someone saying “you best prepare thineselves” and I’ve never seen that term before.
How to know the meaning of a word without translating it?
I've been learning English for many months now and I think I know 95% of the words, but when I find a new word, I still find it annoying to have to open the translator and figure it out. Is there any way to know the meaning of a word without having to translate it?
Never use 'to' after (Request/Recommend/Insist/Suggest/Dare/Demand)?
I am starting to notice a trend where native speakers avoid using 'verb+someone+to'' structure after certain verbs. Specifically, I hear 'I suggest (that) you do it' instead of 'I suggest you to do it'. 'I recommended (that) he go' instead of 'I recommended him to go'. 'I demand (that) he leave' instead of 'I demand him to leave'. 'How dare he speak to me like that' 'I request (that) you disappear' instead of 'I request you to disappear'. So always use 'that + he/she/they/it + base form of verb' after these verbs? Am I on the right track?
Which one sound sounds more natural in speaking?
"I’ve left my laptop for repair, so I can’t do anything right now." "My laptop is being repaired, so I can’t do anything right now." If there is a more natural way to say this, let me know!
What does shein mean in this phrase
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What is the feeling when your skin is feeling "dull"?
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