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Teacher's Poor Diction --- Alarming!

jureathome @jureathome (5361) • Philippines 31 Aug 12

During my daughter's school program, earlier today, I can't help but notice and criticize the teacher who posed as the host. He had poor diction, intonation and even pronunciation of words in our own national language. I don't...

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Do you consider the dictionary as your best friend?

sushihunk26 @sushihunk26 (196) • Philippines 12 Feb 09

In times of trouble, we call our bestfriends no matter what. In tough times, when it is difficult for us to obtain enough information or terminologies, do you consider the dictionary as your best pal?

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Do you feel that the quality of writing has gone down?

DoriLentrich @DoriLentrich (1016) • United States 7 Dec 08

I read an editorial recently from an editor who very colorfully bashed English departments in colleges for their new theory on teaching. What the theory states is that language is neither correct or incorrect. Whatever a student...

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Which Asian Country do you think is best in Speaking ENGLISH?

asolero @asolero (151) • Philippines 1 Nov 07

As what this website proves, English Language is the most common language used around the globe. It is considered as a Must to all Nations as this is a usefull tool needed in conversing with other citizens from other countries. As...

speaking english

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Do you use the word "inveigle" when a simple word "lure" is available?

multisubj @multisubj (451) • India 13 Feb 07

How do you chose your diction? The language experts say that we should use simple words. This may be valid in business communications, where we want the other person to buy some goods or service. At my lot, since we want to...

creative writing

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