What is Gendered Language? 30 Examples To Improve Inclusivity
Most societies place secveral roles and expectations on people depending on their gender. These differ from culture to culture, but they’ve existed for a very long time and you can see their effect in multiple languages, including English. Gender roles and expectations sometimes lead to biases that affect the way people talk about others. These […]
Mastering Formal and Informal Language: 10+ Rules to Supercharge Your Communication
Whenever you speak, the words you choose, your tone, and even how you structure your sentences change completely depending on who you’re talking to. You might text your friend, “hey, u free latr?” but you would never write that in an email to a teacher or a boss. This ability to switch your style comes […]
30+ Useful Apology Words in English to Improve Your Communication Skills
I’m sorry”, “my bad” or “please accept my apologies” – we all get things wrong. Apology words are an important aspect of human communication. They help to repair relationships by restoring trust and understanding. In the English language, there are many different apology phrases and words. This can be confusing as an English language learner, […]
7 Insights About Biased Language for More Inclusive English
Everyone has their own perspectives. You might not like a movie that your friend loves, or they might hate a restaurant you thought would try out sometimes. Our experiences dictate how we view the world and that reflects the way that we talk about different subjects. This is as true in English as it is […]