Grammar Minute
One Word or Two?
When should words like "anytime" or "altogether" be one word---and when should they be split? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
What's So Ever
Learn what not to do in your writing on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Read with Speed
Learn a trick for speed reading on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
You're Not "Weary," You're "Wary"
Learn about the difference between these commonly confused words on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
REBOOT: The Mighty Em Dash
Since we've been talking about what doesn't indicate AI usage, it's time to revisit the mighty em dash. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
REBOOT: On a Dime
Where does this common idiom come from? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"He" vs. "Him"
When should you use "he" versus "him"? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Surviving the "Nuclear" Apocalypse
Find survival allies with today's episode of Grammar Minute!
How Not to Detect AI
We've all heard about how to know if something is AI-generated---but are those really reliable tells? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Escaped Goat
Learn about commonly abused idioms on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Fever" Pitch
Is it "fever pitch" or "fevered pitch"---and why? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Super Long Nouns
Can a noun be more than one word? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Should You Write "Conversationally"?
That's conventional writing wisdom, but when is itĀ notĀ a good idea? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
That Begs the Question ...
What does it really mean to "beg the question"? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Nested Quotes
Episode summary: Don't. But if you must, here's how. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Letters, Ciphers, and Scrabble
Why do you need to know thatĀ eĀ is the most frequently used letter in the English alphabet? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Perfection Is the Enemy of the Good
What should you do on the days when words just won't word? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Bless Your Heart
This southern phrase has international origins and is older than you might think. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Opposite of "Regardless"
Is "regardful" a word---and if so, should you use it? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
You've Got Another "Thing" Coming
If you think you know how this idiom goes, you might have another "thing" coming. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
A versus E
What's the difference between "affect" and "effect"? Hint: It may be more complicated than you think. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Hiatus is over!
Grammar Minute is back with more "biweekly" tips and tricks!
Spring Clean Your Commas
You need extra commas just like you need those old, dusty boxes in the attic. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
How to Read Numbers
Ahead of the midterm elections, here's what you need to know before you check the polls. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Quotation Marks Aren't for Emphasis
Quotation marks are for quotes, not emphasis. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Eight Parts of Speech in 60 Seconds
Learn the eight parts of speech---and help save the English language in sixty seconds! Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute.
Waiting for vs. Waiting on
One of these implies butlers ... and the other implies your friend is late. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Grammar Hall of Shame - Double Negatives
There ain't no reason why you wouldn't not want to use no double negatives. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Weird English Words
These words are for decoration only, not regular use. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
What Time Should You Show Up For "Supper"?
This mysterious meal has largely fallen out of favor in most of the US---and it can mean several different things. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Nobody Knows What "Biweekly" Means
Avoid confusion by banishing this word. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Hoot Owls, Humans, and Who/Whom
Hoot owls and humans have a few words in common. Learn more about the vocab of owls on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
What's So Bad About Dangling Prepositions?
Probably not as much as you'd think. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Inverted Pyramid
This tip from journalism can help make your writing stick with readers. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
How to Pluralize "Yes"
Hint: The usual rules still apply. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Yes, We Can Tell You Used AI
Exhibit A. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
You "Really" Don't Need This Word
Here's another word you can almost always cut from your writing. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
We're Back ... With More Enormities
Most people think "enormity" means huge, but it actually means "huge evil"---which can lead to some hilarious news headlines. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
NOTE ON OUR NEW UPDATE SCHEDULE: We're back from winter break with new episodes on Tuesday and Thursday. Don't forget to tune in each week!
How to Use AI the Right Way
AI is like a professional librarian. Learn how to use it the right way on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
It's Obvious You Used AI
Let's face it ... we can all tell. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
