A blog on the idiosyncrasies of today’s fast-moving, social-media-driven language managed by 20-year-plus public relations writer Joseph Priest. l write “e-mail” with a hyphen, detest the word “issue,” and abbreviate “microphone” as “mike.” Got a language question? Bring it on.
Recent Posts
How to Abbreviate Financial Technology
Is it “FinTech,” “Fintech,” “finTech” or “fintech”?
It Decreased by What Percent?
Percent decreases are not stated in the same way as percent increases.
Pronunciation Poise: Niche
We’ve all heard this word pronounced a few ways, but which one is most correct?
How to Use Commas with Inc.
The little corporate identifier “Inc.” causes big problems when it comes to using commas.
Pronunciation Poise: Comptroller
This could be the most confusing word to say in the English language.
What Does the X Mean in Xmas?
Is “Xmas” a sloppy shortcut or a legitimate abbreviation? Find out the meaning of its most important letter.
Do You Log into, Log in to, Login to, or Log to?
Starting a computing session can be trickier than you think.
Definition Detail: Gridlock
There’s a heavy traffic situation ahead.
A Point about Percentages
Test your knowledge on the correct use of percentages and percentage points.