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Why is English so confusing? - Arika Okrent

United StatesPublished May 23, 2024

Views 786K  |  Likes 23.1K  |  Comments 747
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Explore the evolution of English spelling conventions throughout history, and find out why it's such an inconsistent language. -- Spelling reformers have been advocating for changes to make English spelling more intuitive and less irregular. One example of its messiness: take the “g-h” sound from “enough,” the “o” so…

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May 23, 2024
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