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HERE'S WHAT I THINK
Is Grammar and spelling online meaningful to you?
The internet is a funny place, it doesn't spell check (well it kinda does, but not always), it doesn't correct your Grammar, it doesn't tell you if you are right or wrong. But yet we are hidden behind a veil of secrecy which doesn't reveal who we are, so we can presuppose whatever type of person we want.
I, personally, think I am some sort of writer. Yet I make some mistakes. Those don't bother me, others do.
We all can't be perfect, but perfect has differing levels. This debate is about people who grew up learning the language, and it doesn't include local dialects. We can debate accents and other language affectations later.
Does someone who should be able to speak perfect English, but doesn't, bother you?
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Is Grammar and spelling online meaningful to you?
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lorenestes says:
First impressions are everything. I think we all can understand usage such as the following: c u l8er, thats just modern day shorthand and well accepted. But someone writing: sea yoo letter is just a moron. At least at first glance.
Posted October 10, 2009
deepakeapen says:
Yes it is. btw are my lenses making any sense ? :(
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Posted October 09, 2009
Rieke says:
It's important, but I think that you have to distinguish between a native english speaking person and one who - may be speaks very well, but sometimes non correctly. With a little bit of attention you are able to understand who is talking/writing. By the way: 'errors' are sooooooo human.
Posted October 03, 2009
RichW1 says:
Yeah, it bugs me when I "stumble" over a word spelled wrong or the grammar is bad. It's "rough" reading.
Posted May 26, 2009
Hmcarter says:
If the words are spelled creatively, then that is totally fine with me. I like a little humor and uniqueness in some articles. However, too much is too much. On the other hand, incorrect grammar is just plain irritating.
Posted May 22, 2009
Bonnie says:
Absolutely! I hate texting lingo and misspelled words.
Posted March 21, 2009
RicciNeer says:
If there are easy to catch typos or misspellings in a sales letter, I tend to wonder about the quality of the product. If you are marketing something online, I think you can lose sales over it.
Posted March 20, 2009
JanMiddleton says:
If there are several spelling errors or misuse of words-
than/then, sale/sell, etc., it turns me off. However, the more
copy that I read...the more I see that it is done repeatedly.
Posted March 20, 2009
Ajeet says:
Absolutely. Most Certainly. There better be good grammar, or I would not read it.
Posted March 05, 2009
TracyCulleton says:
Absolutely. If punctuality is the politeness of princes, then proper grammar and spelling are the politeness of us all!
Posted March 02, 2009
CharoLaRock says:
Being a bit of a pedant, I would definitely (not definately!) say yes.
I find it hard to trust websites and programmes (yes, it happens a lot) that contain spelling and grammatical errors. The fact that (probably) more than 99% of spam contains these errors certainly doesn't help this prejudice!
Posted January 16, 2009
datecheats says:
Are we talking about British or American English, I've had problems with this for quite awhile :)
Posted January 07, 2009
itulis says:
Yes, it is very meaningful for people who don't know english very good. If the word is written correctly, than they can easy to look for it in dictionary, but if its wrong...
Posted January 05, 2009
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grahamkcooper says:
While small things like incorrect grammar can be irritating, one must keep in mind that these are just the trivialities of Life, therefore one should keep all things in their proper perspective!
Posted December 08, 2008
LigiaFlecken says:
As a foreigner, I've learned grammar and spelling and I'm very conscious of it. So, I always try to do the best I can in everything I write. Consequently, I can usually spot mistakes in somebody else's writing.
Posted November 22, 2008
uwin says:
If you are relaying your message, it doesn't matter unless you're an English Teacher.
Posted October 13, 2008
Sodponder says:
it is some what meaningful, but I think the content of what your trying to say means more than the speeling.
Posted October 10, 2008
SilenasImages says:
No it doesn't mean that much to me. I'm a very bad speller and without spell check I'm totally lost. When I'm writting to MBF I just wing it. As long as they understand me I don't care, however at work it's another story. Spell Check gets a workout.:)
Posted October 06, 2008
timthom1 says:
as long as you can comprehend what is being said then its ok 2 use shortcuts lol " r u ready 4 sum football "
Posted September 13, 2008
gills says:
i know some people prefer the exact spelling. but i tend 2 type the way i sms. its quicker. on my lens i had 2 try hard not 2 abb.. i think its just wat ur used 2.. although on sayin that i get tx's off my kids i still dnt understand lol xxx gillybean
Posted May 23, 2008
Charmingscents says:
Not really I use abreveations all the time while online in chats and on blogs. I also use them when texting. Now I am not saying when you are writing up your resume online that you should tell them you are a happy, outgoing person who <3's to LOL. But if it is friends and everyday company go ahead and tell them you will TTYL.
Posted April 21, 2008
Caps lock is for dummies.
Of course it is.
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