Writing and reading are fun! Even if you don’t have time to search through a dictionary, you should learn new English words and their definition every single day. Even though it seems small, learning a word of the day will help you sound more interesting in conversations. It will also make you feel smarter! Here […]
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There are millions of words in languages and it is impossible to know every one of them. Even linguists, writers, and literary critics whose main object in their work is words and language didn’t memorize whole dictionaries. There are words that you would expect others to know, because they are just common sense knowledge. But […]
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How do we deal with structuring phrases and sentences? What do we do with the webs of words and meanings around our communication and its context? Read more: youtube.com
Continue readingWhen it comes to the craft of writing, my favorite luminary is the late William Zinsser. His book, On Writing Well, is — in my opinion — the definitive work covering its stated subject. On Writing Well is an essential read for anyone who wants to elevate their prose. Zinsser’s primary focal area is word […]
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When it comes to the craft of writing, my favorite luminary is the late William Zinsser. His book, On Writing Well, is — in my opinion — the definitive work covering its stated subject. On Writing Well is an essential read for anyone who wants to elevate their prose. Zinsser’s primary focal area is word […]
Continue readingIt’s almost too easy. By using sensory words to evoke sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell; smart and attractive writers just like you are able to make their words burst to life in their readers’ minds. In this post, you’ll learn: The science behind sensory details (e.g. why sensory words are so persuasive); The definition […]
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