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A question for the grammar natzis
April 06 2014
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Dryphuz
12 years ago
Its spelled "Nazi" not "Natzi"... I don't actually care, but you cant expect me to respond to a thread like this without finding something to correct. I'm amazed Sir Stir didn't get in first. In actual answer, i pride myself on my spelling and grammar use, but i don't give a shit about others so long as the point comes across. As you've seen with all my attention to detail I still manage to misrepresent myself. So screw the nazis (all kinds of them).
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RHP User
12 years ago
To say,if you have difficulty with spelling please feel free to share your experiences xx Q
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RHP User
12 years ago
(I won't ask how your day is going.) Many of the people who have displayed poor grammar, in these forums, are not actually conversing in their native tongue. They are often highly intelligent people adept in communicating in more than one language. I think a few grammatical errors is forgivable.The current practise of using 'text-speak' in forum posts can also give someone the impression that a person has poor spelling and grammar which is really not the case, just a person using short cuts.Then again, sometimes it is an indication of a person's intelligence and education. Let's not forget, about half the people you meet are below average intelligence. This in itself does not make a person less worthwhile. I've known quite a few lovable ditzes and I've also met some conniving, manipulative arseholes that weren't worth the time of day.Let's listen to the message and not dissect it's delivery.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I agree Q! Although I have to say that I do like men that are good with words though.... whether written or spoken.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I thought we learnt to spell at school its not an inherent part of my genetics. But in saying that I dont critisize or belittle others for making mistakes. I remember once posting a reply here and one man made a comment on my spelling I reread and it may have been the word liaise ....I thought in my whole post you picked up I spelt one exceptional word wrong. And therefore I must admit I double check now so as not to get picked on from the nazis. But I also know it is wrong to start a sentence with AND and BUt although I still will. I think this is a forum and people should lighten up, sometimes we are on different gadgets and in a rush.
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RHP User
12 years ago
dyslexia is a condition....not a choice.....everyone needs to understand that correct spelling is not about being lazy or stupid......I think many people don't post because of the fear of being humiliated.....spell check doesn't always work,and autocorrect is at best,perverse:-) Q
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RHP User
12 years ago
You said "To be able to spell correctly is a gift,Like having blonde hair or brown eye" NO its not a gift....I understand dyslexia my step father had this and I have met others with it. I thought I would correct though I do not believe I was born a good speller I put an effort into it. I am not putting down others who can't. Sorry I was just being nit picky myself. I find the use of text abbreviations a bad thing in todays society.....but we're a dying breed anyway.
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RHP User
12 years ago
People can overcome their lack of not being able to spell,but for some people this will never be the case....what I strongly object to is the judgemental attitudes regarding this...xxQ
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sweetgem
12 years ago
Whether it's in English or in my mother tongue, it is one of the precious things that I appreciate greatly when I communicate with someone, who would try to structure their sentences or writing properly with the correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation, at times. Especially in English, because it is not my first language and I do find it hard to understand what they mean sometimes, if they are not written properly. Yes you can say that it's my own inability for unable to understand people's writing sometimes, but I would appreciate a bit of a literal help when it comes to communication, so to prevent misunderstanding from occurring. I guess it's more about further learning the English language for me than anything negative. However, having said the above, I will not judge anyone on their writing style, nor will I pass up a chance to meet the genuine and nice people (male and female) in person, and make our cyber friendship a real one. PS. I am not a mother or a teacher to anyone, so I won't go and pick on someone's style of writing lol - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
I don't think I'm a bigot. But seriously, not proof-reading, ignoring spellcheck and just not putting any effort in (yes, text speak) is totally different than being dyslexic! You may remember a male poster who couldn't spell well because of a condition. Never would I make fun of that. As to why: I was raised by a father who would not permit mistakes and would constantly correct me. He taught me how important grammar, etiquette etc. were on a daily basis.It's ingrained, though I do my best to let it go. Those whose grammar and spelling is great get my attention, sure. But I'd rather get a ten sentence message from a funny guy who read my profile but whose writing isn't the best, than from someone super eloquent without social skills. I try to only comment on the errors that posters don't usually make (and whom I think can take it) and/or the ones that are unintentionally funny. Q, A previous forum you wrote over a year ago set me straight.But when you once said you defiantly agreed with me it made me laugh. Sometimes errors give a sentence a whole different meaning (turning friend into fiend for example.) I make plenty of errors, some I correct and some I don't. p.s. How would we make the distinction based on a few posts or messages? I'm certainly not going to assume everyone who can't spell has a developmental reading disorder. Wouldn't that make me prejudiced as well? M, grumpy too.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I find I am becoming increasingly lazy in editing and correcting my posts, especially if it is somewhere I can get away with it. I would be all over it if it were something important, but in here, if I slip up then tough titties. I type in a manner where my brain goes faster than my fingers so it looks like I am dyslexic, I have letters all back to front and I am particularly bad at the capital 'I', I do use the shift key but I think I let it go before I hit the i. Some words I commonly get wrong is jsut - just and teh - the. I often find myself typing the common words like think as thing or vice versa and I despise people saying somethink! The other forum I was on, there was a dyslexic poster and he copped a bit of a ribbing for it initially. Before we knew, I had a go at a few for embarrassing him then he let the cat out of the bag that he was indeed dyslexic. It made everyone who said anything feel like arseholes but he went on to become quite the fixture in the forum which was great.
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Smilingwithfun
12 years ago
Its spelt Nazis. According to Urban Dictionary, they are found most commonly in chat rooms.
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RHP User
12 years ago
I think that judgment is not okay...particularly where the person is correcting someone and trying to elevate themselves above another. Who really cares if someone has spelt everything perfectly, or placed a space after a comma, question mark or full stop.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Setup, wasn't it?
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RHP User
12 years ago
Don't mind the iPhone auto corrections as it slips me up to. I'm not so big on grammar but I am on spelling and how you articulate yourself. Is this judging you? Absolutely, same way you would judge me on my photo or any other information you have on your profile. Just like you may not like that I'm tall or have brown hair, I don't like people who can't spell or can express themselves clearly. Though, I'm not one for enforcing this on others, just if someone can't express themselves well, I've found they aren't really my type. Hence the profile name - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
I used to be ok with grammar and spelling until I bought the iPhone, now I'm rubbish. It autocorrects everything, sometimes to wrong things and the meaning is lost Do I care? No Will I proof read? Depends If it's work stuff or important stuff like bank papers, legal papers, lease and insurance stuff (i.e. Something important and formal) I will proof read before sending, outside that I really can't be bothered, my brain needs to rest. If someone sends me messages with poor grammar and spelling, I correct it in my mind as I'm reading and I get the sense, I'd only ask if I didn't understand but I would never call them up on it or laugh at them; after all it's just grammar and spelling, not the end of the world - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Had a speech impediment and I would assume a written one as well...but look how amazing he was....force will make one strong, it will ;) I understand that some people take pride in things...their ability to lift heavy things, humour, tact and in this case impeccable grammar. I find this no different than say a woman who worked out a lot wanting a guy who did the same. They would have a strong rapport with each other. I find that in this case a person who wants and expects impeccable grammar thinks themselves more of a thinker/intellectual and is looking for the same in others they meet. I am not saying that is the only aspect to their selection criteria, but I am sure these people value it highly. I must admit I do not understand why the need for impeccable grammar but hey I need nutella and would like someone who appreciates that as much as I do :)
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Smilingwithfun' Grammar NaztisThat's funny!
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RHP User
12 years ago
Everyone makes mistakes, and autocorrect can be a bitch, but when somebody spells basic words wrong consistently (eg. to instead of too; no instead of know) it really irritates me! I agree mostly with Word_Smith. But we are all different. Can't please everyone. When I first joined RHP I started a forum thread asking a similar question and got shot down in flames. Welcome to the sandpit alright!
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Word_Smith' Don't mind the iPhone auto corrections as it slips me up to. I'm not so big on grammar but I am on spelling and how you articulate yourself. Is this judging you? Absolutely, same way you would judge me on my photo or any other information you have on your profile. Just like you may not like that I'm tall or have brown hair, I don't like people who can't spell or can express themselves clearly. Though, I'm not one for enforcing this on others, just if someone can't express themselves well, I've found they aren't really my type. Hence the profile name - Posted from rhpmobile I guess that's why you have that name. To be able to spell correctly is a gift,Like having blonde hair or brown eye" as for this comment " well it would be a gift for me to be able to spell. I was told I was dumb as shit, my father was very pedantic about spelling and one of my step mothers was a secretary and they thought to put me in business classes. It was a nightmare for me, My sister was brilliant at maths and English. To this day I cannot do my times table, nor can I spell but I have owned 8 businesses, have a degree, plus a ton of other qualifications. And as many of you know I am dyslexic. Most of my childhood was in an orphanage, and if you failed you got beaten a lot. I failed all the time, dragging home that report card with dread. I was put at the back of the class, and humiliated and caned at school.I could not fill out job applications , I would ask to take them home.I failed nearly every test I sat for as the pressure was on me, that made it worse. Everyone treated me as dumb blonde so I the end I took that on as my disguise. With computers and spell check, well all of a sudden I could express myself. I joined a writers group, and I became vocal about my condition. You would be amazed the percentage of people that are in prisons who cannot read and write, so enjoy the power it can give you in this world. to be able to read is a gift, its a gift that sets you free. If you want to judge me, by my posts that are often spelt bad, then go ahead it says more about you than it does about me. you have my sympathies if your that shallow , and you may just miss out on some interesting conversationsbeing illiterate or dyslexic does not mean your stupid I have meet some great spellers who are idiots. LadyT
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RHP User
12 years ago
As I've stated on a previous forum, I prefer profiles and forum posts that are spelt correctly and have at least some semblance of correct grammar. I understand that mistakes happen though, especially as more people are using their phones with small keyboards to type with. What I don't have time for is consistent text language, not using any commas or full stops at all or not knowing that 'i' should be 'I' (or just being too lazy to capitalize them). As for equating correct spelling and grammar with a person's intelligence or sexiness, it's certainly a good indicator of intelligence (but not a be all and end all) and as I find a woman's intellect part of their sexiness, it does make a difference. They say first impressions count for a lot and are hard to overcome, so if someone has a 'lazy' profile, that's my first impression of them and it isn't great. I wouldn't normally comment on someone's spelling mistake(s) though, as I know I'm not perfect, I do however pass over profiles that contain my above gripes.
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RHP User
12 years ago
(I recall a similar thread was posted recently, so I'm probably about to repeat myself) Words matter to me. I enjoy them. I like to write and to improve my writing, and I love the power a well-written piece has to communicate a message, make a point, evoke an emotion etc. I particularly like real clarity and directness in communication, and good writing skills (spelling and grammar) help this a lot. I'm quite simply much more drawn to people who seem to have good skills with the spoken and written word. Perhaps it's because I know we'll be able to play Scrabble together :) Everyone has different things they're attracted to. The ability to write well is one of the many things that attracts my attention. If someone can't write well I don't set out to judge them but I do generally discern that we won't have a lot in common and this means I don't usually put effort into knowing them.
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RHP User
12 years ago
The latest statistics for Australia is that 47% of the adult population are functionally illiterate - this means they are unable to read the instructions on their medicines, fill in important forms or even pass the written part of their driving test. There are obviously many degrees of literacy between that and the most skilled writers of our time - it is important to be aware that other people may not have had the literacy support that you may have had growing up, add to that the fact that between many people have difficulties in learning that are unsupported by the education system and there are many reasons why not everyone can read and write perfectly. I am fortunate in that I found both relatively easy growing up but spent my entire childhood watching my mother being teased for not being able to spell and seeing that dragged into a horrible nasty emotionally abusive fight for years on end. There are many of us that can read and write - doesn't stop us from a typo or being anxious about what we write in public.
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madotara69
12 years ago
Terminological inexactitude. My lovely wife and I
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Dryphuz
12 years ago
Word used to automatically change lower case "i" to uppercase "I", as well as I've, I'm, I'll, etc. But it doesn't seem to anymore. Now it just highlights I've, I'm, etc. and doesn't even highlight lowercase "i". I stopped holding my shift for "I" a long time ago because word was doing it for me. I also tend to use "cos" a lot, but then again I say it out loud, not just because I'm to lazy to type "because". I also type and say prolly instead of probably, but normally only in txt or in the same sentence as i say something like "fitty" or "dafuq" or "meh". Same as I can speak without swearing or colloquialisms when it matters, I can type using correct grammar and spelling, but I often don't bother in forums as I'm typing as I would speak, not as I would compose an essay. And its okay to start a sentence with "and" and "but", its not actually incorrect grammar. Some people just frown upon it, because when we are taught English we are taught in a very formal format. And there are other conjunctives you can use if you feel you don't like to start a sentence with "and" or "but". Use however instead of but, and moreover or furthermore instead of and.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Thanks for sharing that. It must of been hard but I admire your tenacity and your will. It's funny how people can be so narrow minded. I mean it's great that they know what is important to them and passionate about. But to ostracise, humiliate and not give others who don't posses such skills is what I am against. So many different personalities, beliefs, opinions, experiences etc...it's what makes people and getting to know people all the more interesting :)
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RHP User
12 years ago
IF we should take care of our bodies. IF we should look after our mental health. IF we should be kind to others. Why do we NOT have to take care of our skills?? Which includes spelling.... After all.....to push ourselves to achieve, is bettering ourselves as people..... Don't you think?? - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Ok, read this one, it is self explanatory if you can do it. Aoccdrnig to a rseearch sduty at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoetnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pdae. The rset can be a toatl mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe.
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madotara69
12 years ago
told it is called auto writing, really it should not be edited, though no one thinks to understand it. (most seem awfully defensive by the rather) It is writing from the concious and, it , but, me, I spell some words wrong every time. Normally I have my favourite Steadler pencil with a nice soft graphite stick that slowly wears down. Never rub it out, it just feels nice to write with. This typewriter has no feel. Thank goodness for spell check, it is right most of the time, now for English Australian, not that damn American English nightmare. I have a few dictionaries, which is right they are all wrong accordingly. Mado Mado Tara xx
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RHP User
12 years ago
I don't care about spelling to much but will tend to skip over replies that are full of text speak. Profiles though are a different kettle of fish. You have plenty of time to ensure you are creating a good impression. If I open a profile that is full of spelling errors and/or text speak, I move on. No matter how hot the photos are.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'leoman' Thanks for sharing that. It must of been hard but I admire your tenacity and your will. It's funny how people can be so narrow minded. I mean it's great that they know what is important to them and passionate about. But to ostracise, humiliate and not give others who don't posses such skills is what I am against. So many different personalities, beliefs, opinions, experiences etc...it's what makes people and getting to know people all the more interesting :) Pot. Kettle? What if they're not narrow minded and simply have a preference?
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RHP User
12 years ago
Lol I do at times like to be fashionably late :) - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Why is it the spell / grammar police tend to want to wallow in their own grandeur . I left school at 14 yrs of age to help support my single mother to feed and clothe us kids.. While at school ' never was numbers person but was pretty good at English which taught me just enough to get by. After a successful 14 year career in sport . I went on to manage my own business in which I only employed people who I felt were suited and could fit in with the rest of the staff. This meant I choose people for who they were and not what their resume told me they were . Not so long ago I posted something on here one of the opposition picked up on , tackling me on my grammar. Really, water of a ducks back. If it didn't suit' that was their problem .. We're all good at something ' perhaps grammar is not my strong point but I'm damn good at others...
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RHP User
12 years ago
Also.... Because waking up with a morning phat isn't entirely the high, that I had in mind :) - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Macha' Ok, read this one, it is self explanatory if you can do it. Aoccdrnig to a rseearch sduty at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoetnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pdae. The rset can be a toatl mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. i just loved this and had to say so this is exactly how I am and what I was trying to point out earlier. I read the whole thing and understood. So, yep, when I get messages with wrong grammar and spelling somehow my mind just works it out.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Doctor Johnston published his dictionary in 1755,everybody spelt phonetically or randomly.The English language is indeed rich diverse,and constantly evolving.But even text speak is in the Oxford Dictionary now lol.........If you have a preference for people who are articulate and who can beautifully craft a message,then that is your preference.....but there are also heaps of intelligent people who are articulate in real life,whose ability to do that is diddly squat. ...xx Q
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MissBishere
12 years ago
With a daughter that is dyslexic I turn off my grammar nazi brain at home. Actually I don't much worry about it at work either. I find I only make grammar comments when I know it will annoy someone...lol... Ahhh sometimes it's fun being a Scorpio... I am surrounded by grammar experts though :)) If I'm having a cranky pants day the messages that are all slang irritate me intensely but that's not really a poor grammar thing it's more a gen y thing :)) - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Macha that facsinates me too that we can easily make sense of what at first glance seems total rubbish. I am also like some of the other forumites, and really love words. I love coming across new ones to me, love to know derivations, and I am impressed by a good vocabulary and well expressed writing. I consider myself intelligent but I have a lot of trouble with spelling. Red underlines are common in my forum replies and it takes three or four guesses or a dictionary to remove them. And while I am impressed by correct spelling, grammar and punctuation , the most important thing for me is the ideas and thoughts behind the posts.........and if that's interesting the rest is not important
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'sir_stir' IF we should take care of our bodies. IF we should look after our mental health. IF we should be kind to others. Why do we NOT have to take care of our skills?? Which includes spelling.... After all.....to push ourselves to achieve, is bettering ourselves as people..... Don't you think?? - Posted from rhpmobile think yous cold be writeand spelllenges propa suree makes us betta peeeples Personally, I think compassion and understanding is a trait I would rather develop. Don`t you think?
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Macha' Ok, read this one, it is self explanatory if you can do it. Aoccdrnig to a rseearch sduty at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoetnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pdae. The rset can be a toatl mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'lilmiss_fussy' Quoting 'leoman' Thanks for sharing that. It must of been hard but I admire your tenacity and your will. It's funny how people can be so narrow minded. I mean it's great that they know what is important to them and passionate about. But to ostracise, humiliate and not give others who don't posses such skills is what I am against. So many different personalities, beliefs, opinions, experiences etc...it's what makes people and getting to know people all the more interesting :) Pot. Kettle? What if they're not narrow minded and simply have a preference? think of how other preferences, impact on how your treat or react to other people. Yes your all entitled to your preference, but what I am saying is that , to judge a person or make a decision about them based on spelling is ludicrous to say the least. You can of course, decide if you meet that person that your conversations, your levels of interest, your chemistry the all round thing is not for you. If its a means to cut out people, if your choice is to short the wheat from the chaff over spelling then like I said, that's a sad reflection of a person. Go deep its amazing how clear the water is down this way. Yes I am passionate and opinionated about literacy issues. Like another person said, not all of us have had the opportunity to learn nor the ability to learn to read or write correctly. so to be excluded to be judged because of that is not in my mind a preference, its a discrimination. but you have the right do just that. Such is the nature of humans to move to others of their ilk the RHP tribe is no different. LadyT sitting in the corner with her dunce cap on with all the other fun, lovely smart fuckers and shyprincess I never for one second thought you were discriminating, and the way you write is a gift. Lovely to read.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Qefenta2' Doctor Johnston published his dictionary in 1755,everybody spelt phonetically or randomly.The English language is indeed rich diverse,and constantly evolving.But even text speak is in the Oxford Dictionary now lol.........If you have a preference for people who are articulate and who can beautifully craft a message,then that is your preference.....but there are also heaps of intelligent people who are articulate in real life,whose ability to do that is diddly squat. ...xx Q ask everyone on the forums to provide a list of all their preferences and we can all start picking those apart - with arguments and counter-arguments, until we bore ourselves to death. That's the point, folks, we all have preferences. Inevitably preferences are a form of judgment, though that doesn't mean they're always unkind. Discernment is a form of judgment and it's as natural as breathing. And having a preference doesn't mean you think people who don't meet the preference are less than, worthless or inadequate in some way. It simply means - to me at least - that in the vast array of human beings I might meet in this world, I'm more likely to be drawn to those who match my preference. I think this topic has been done ad nauseum and I think the constant attempts to paint people as ogres because they have a preference is a bit old and tired. I feel the same way when women slam men for not 'appreciating' BBWs etc. How about everyone just gets over it and moves on at last?!
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'lilmiss_fussy' Quoting 'Qefenta2' Doctor Johnston published his dictionary in 1755,everybody spelt phonetically or randomly.The English language is indeed rich diverse,and constantly evolving.But even text speak is in the Oxford Dictionary now lol.........If you have a preference for people who are articulate and who can beautifully craft a message,then that is your preference.....but there are also heaps of intelligent people who are articulate in real life,whose ability to do that is diddly squat. ...xx Q ask everyone on the forums to provide a list of all their preferences and we can all start picking those apart - with arguments and counter-arguments, until we bore ourselves to death. That's the point, folks, we all have preferences. Inevitably preferences are a form of judgment, though that doesn't mean they're always unkind. Discernment is a form of judgment and it's as natural as breathing. And having a preference doesn't mean you think people who don't meet the preference are less than, worthless or inadequate in some way. It simply means - to me at least - that in the vast array of human beings I might meet in this world, I'm more likely to be drawn to those who match my preference. I think this topic has been done ad nauseum and I think the constant attempts to paint people as ogres because they have a preference is a bit old and tired. I feel the same way when women slam men for not 'appreciating' BBWs etc. How about everyone just gets over it and moves on at last?! you can move on, just don't read or post to this topic , that's what most of us do that's the nature of a forum, to debate and have difference of opinion and cop it on the chin when others have their say. I have had my share of black eyes here, but that does not mean I want to censor a topic at all , or drop the subject and move on. Just skip this topic if you are no longer interested. You should see my posts on smokers, I am like a rabbit dog when it comes to smokers, so I have my preferences as wellbut then I have to smell em. LadyT any how , don't have a winfiled
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'LadyTuscan' you can move on, just don't read or post to this topic , that's what most of us do I seem to have my cranky pants on today! I shall swap them for togs and head to the pool. Thanks for the smack on the bum :)
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RHP User
12 years ago
Totally agree understanding and compassion should be developed... But it starts with us.....not with others. :) - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
.... and dont let the door slam on ur arse on the way out... ? just joking joyce...
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RHP User
12 years ago
Lol, because it's just another excuse women, who have no intention of ever meeting people, use to remain an anonymous profile. Some, never step outside or away from their keyboards who have set standards online, they themselves couldn't possibly expect to get away with in "the real world"..... Really, what difference would someone's use of "the written word", possibly make if you'd agreed to a meet with a bloke and you got along awesomely well with over dinner or drinks ???? None at all unless of course you were shallow as shit ?? You yourself may not be the greatest at math and possibly struggle with quadratic equations, would it really matter over dinner ??? No it wouldn't, if it did to you, I certainly wouldn't want to eat with you....I'd rather eat with Helen Keller if she brought along a ripper smile and a great attitude. Too many are quick to judge based on face value alone, get a life, get over yourself, get out there and enjoy your life and except people for who they are, they may just make you smile whether they can spell correctly or not.... jas
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RHP User
12 years ago
.., my spelling, my punctuation, my articulation, my ability to string multiple words into legible chains. It stems from my fondness for voracious reading when I was younger. But…I would NEVER, EVER correct a stranger if I understood the gist of their comment and a bit of sarcastic humourwasn't called for. That's just anal behaviour and is the province of an A-grade Dick. Maths, I'm not so crash hot at. That's where calculators pick up my sorry arse.
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RHP User
12 years ago
So for me personally, seeing this rubbish "could of/should of", or "it's over their", or "seperate" etc. is almost as annoying as having to read in txt spk.
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madotara69
12 years ago
Fair suck of the save, it's dinkum mate. - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
i cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt! if you can raed tihs forwrad it. just something I thought id share
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madotara69
12 years ago
Yep - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'madotara69' Fair suck of the save, it's dinkum mate. but "could of" instead of "could've" is not slang. It's illiteracy.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Generalisation is a big issue here... That is to say that you have made the assumption that everyone who places importance on spelling and grammar, who then equates it with sexiness and intelligence, are automatically negative and judgemental of those who can't spell or use grammar correctly (irrespective of dyslexia or any other language based impairment). Have you read Dead Poet's Society? A paragraph from the book that was made famous by the movie was, “So avoid using the word ‘very’ because it’s lazy. A man is not very tired, he is exhausted. Don’t use very sad, use morose. Language was invented for one reason, boys - to woo women.” I whole heartedly agree with that quote. There are rhythms and patterns in language whether it's in the spoken or written mode and people place attention of those specific characteristics. There are reasons why French and Italian are labelled as the languages of love.I find someone who can spell correctly and use grammar correctly more attractive. More than likely I associate it with education and style of up-bringing, which are two things that are important to me, but I don't dis on someone's spelling or grammar unless I personally don't like them for whatever reason, and it's something I can have a quick jab at (petty as that may be). How is it any different from preferring a well toned, muscular partner over someone who has extra padding? Plain and simple, if I am a bigot for having a personal preference towards a partner who is able to spell and use grammar correctly, then so be it.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Wit da person who started this topic Don't worry about them, most are key board warriors.
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RHP User
12 years ago
lilmiss_fussy has a nice picture So dose lady Tuscan As for allsorts72 for some reason i could read every word you posted quite comfortably As for spelling i am one of those people who always spells a few words wrong.I am starting to think technology has made us lazy.Think about how spell check and being prompted by your phone helps your mind switch off when trying to spell a certain word.Anyhow .... i blame the PuBlIk SkOol system for the way my English turned out ! As for being a spelling nazi i feel no need to pull people up on how they spell.I could see how people who are dyslexic could get a complex if someone would be pulling them up on their spelling
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RHP User
12 years ago
People here are judged on many thing that may or may not be in our control, physical looks, nationalality,sex,spelling the list goes on I'm more into personalities of people which is something only talking to a person can you gauge that. Less putting people down and more embracing others I say. - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Think I might just love you ;) - Posted from rhpmobile
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MsSuperFoxy
12 years ago
˙spɹoʍ ןןǝdssıɯ ʎןǝʇɐɹǝqıןǝp ı sǝɯıʇǝɯos˙˙˙˙˙ ʎxoɟ
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madotara69
12 years ago
Quoting 'kinky_gemini' Quoting 'madotara69' Fair suck of the save, it's dinkum mate. but "could of" instead of "could've" is not slang. It's illiteracy. could've is a sausage and yabby dish cooked in a camp oven. Short for could've been blood bonza with a touch of salt tossed over the old shoulder. It's not a bloody dish we could have offered the Queen, she likes lobsters.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Well, I find people more attractive if they're intelligent. One way this can come across on RHP is in the way you spell, and the way you use grammar and punctuation. We're all judging, especially on here.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Question ? Do you feel by articulating to others makes you superior being... ? Personally, I'd rather someone with a personality anyday.... Articulate or not...
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RHP User
12 years ago
Grammar, spelling and structure are important to me. The two people I know with dyslexia try harder than anyone. Both the men who have turned my head in the last year are terrible grammatically and spelling wise. I still like them and I've never said anything but it's a major turn off every time I have to engage over some kind of message. They are both very good at interacting verbally or I wouldn't continue. If you expect to engage and be alluring to another you should think about what you say to them. That doesn't mean spelling and grammar mistakes don't happen. Most people struggle over sentence composition. I love words they are magical. Your sexiest attribute is your mind, use it (or spellcheck)! - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
You just answered your own question Q
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RHP User
12 years ago
It's not about being or feeling superior at all. That's just a male ego thing. But.... As some people have a hard time articulating, there are others that have a hard time trying to decipher what another is talking about. No one wants communications to be a constant battle of asking what the hell they're on about. For some, spelling, grammar, are indicators of how well those communications are going to flow. - Posted from rhpmobile
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madotara69
12 years ago
Quoting 'gothamcitysiren' Generalisation is a big issue here... That is to say that you have made the assumption that everyone who places importance on spelling and grammar, who then equates it with sexiness and intelligence, are automatically negative and judgemental of those who can't spell or use grammar correctly (irrespective of dyslexia or any other language based impairment). Have you read Dead Poet's Society? A paragraph from the book that was made famous by the movie was, “So avoid using the word ‘very’ because it’s lazy. A man is not very tired, he is exhausted. Don’t use very sad, use morose. Language was invented for one reason, boys - to woo women.” I whole heartedly agree with that quote. There are rhythms and patterns in language whether it's in the spoken or written mode and people place attention of those specific characteristics. There are reasons why French and Italian are labelled as the languages of love.I find someone who can spell correctly and use grammar correctly more attractive. More than likely I associate it with education and style of up-bringing, which are two things that are important to me, but I don't dis on someone's spelling or grammar unless I personally don't like them for whatever reason, and it's something I can have a quick jab at (petty as that may be). How is it any different from preferring a well toned, muscular partner over someone who has extra padding? Plain and simple, if I am a bigot for having a personal preference towards a partner who is able to spell and use grammar correctly, then so be it. It is the Irish language, said to be the most beautiful and romantic language in the world. They developed it while at the bottom of the ladder. They used it to bring their peoples spirits together and climb the ladder out of repression, oppression or just some pretty difficult times. Mado Mado Tara xx
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Jay_Me' Do you feel by articulating to others makes you superior being... ? Yep, absolutely. Oh, and by the way, that sentence is grammatically incorrect. You may want to omit the "by".
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Bideas
12 years ago
Each situation has to be judged individually. A profile or forum post with incorrect syntax or incorrectly capitalised wording can often be attributed to using a mobile phone or hyper enthusiasm, I too am often guilty of such traits. Words purposely and repeatedly shortened become a hassle to interpret and can often be misinterpreted. As an example, an old mate was in a custody battle - via text - pathetic I know. When I proof read the message he was about to send, to me, the message read to say the opposite of the point he was trying to make. I alerted him to this fact, to which he responded that she would read it the same way he would (which she did). However, has she been literate like the general population, she could have used his text message as proof of inability to care for his child and taken full custody. Being lazy is fine in most cases, though could well lose you that which you love. Personally if a man, woman, or couple cannot type complete words it makes me wonder how thorough their enthusiasm would be away from the keyboard. Many are not regularly at a keyboard which could be misconstrued, however that 5 seconds of extra effort will go a long way with me.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Q, your original questions were, "Why do you equate correct spelling and grammar on here with the intelligence/ sexiness of a person? To be able to spell correctly is a gift,Like having blonde hair or brown eyes,why are you so judgemental of people who no matter how hard they try,will never have this skill?"I gave you my reasons as to why I associate correct spelling and grammar with intelligence or sexiness. I also stated that not everyone who values those characteristics is judgemental of those who aren't skilled in the way-of-words. I don't feel like I'm a bigot for valuing a certain trait that someone has, that another person might not. I'm simply saying that correlation is not causation when it comes to having an appreciation of spelling and grammar, and being judgemental.
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RHP User
12 years ago
You may have been aware that I have been absent on this great foru for a little while....I made the mistake of posting on FB.... "I hurt my arm this morning helping my old uncle jack off a horse" The cops.. the RSPCA and 4 other unidentifiable Governmental agencies come around... they arrested me, put out a bench warrant for my old uncle Jack, consficated my horse.. AND impounded my computer..... :(
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madotara69
12 years ago
Cavey, so they left your coffee table, that's the main thing. At least you can still tie up your playmates, probably too heavy for them to carry anyway. Were they wearing hats?
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RHP User
12 years ago
Zis topic iss goingk off topic! Zis topic iss NICHT about ze vords capacity for aroussal, zis topic iss about CORRECTING ze misspelling poster, making zem look such as a dunkopf, und you such as ze asshol! Auf Wiedersehen.
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MsSuperFoxy
12 years ago
"Be aware of the power of the written word & the ways that words can be misinterpreted" Foxy
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madotara69
12 years ago
Quoting 'Unrushed1' Zis topic iss goingk off topic! Zis topic iss NICHT about ze vords capacity for aroussal, zis topic iss about CORRECTING ze misspelling poster, making zem look such as a dunkopf, und you such as ze asshol! Auf Wiedersehen. Gutten morgen mien heir
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MsSuperFoxy
12 years ago
It's true...It does make them very unattractive, nor is it charming. Who gives someone the right to correct others for their spelling mistakes?? NO ONE on here that I know of. Unless you are employed by Webster Dictionary as a "proof reader" and have an IQ higher than Bobby Fishers, then don't pull that crap on me and especially others with learning difficulties and whose written English was not the best at school. It makes tyou look like a know all perfectionist with OCD, who have nothing better to do than target those who make written mistakes. Do you even realize what you are doing?? It is putting that person down on a trait that is not their best skill People do have other qualities that are appealing, ya know. I actually like imperfections with people. Good for you with this Forum Topic...Go Q! Foxy
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RHP User
12 years ago
That OP mentioned anything about correcting anybody. I read it to be centred around why people were so focused on people with poor spelling and their appeal. Not, correcting people. But to add something else, I have corrected someone's post just recently. Why?? So they can learn. Not for ridicule. - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
*Guten* morgen mein *Herr* ;-)
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'Unrushed1' *Guten* morgen mein *Herr* ;-) If you're going to correct someone... Morgen*
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madotara69
12 years ago
Silly really, as it's all ones and zeros. 1 + 1 = e, If zero has a one in front of it then go to one + one and it will be b- a zero - one to go to c = one zero one to go to d, way before one can go to e. Pages and pages of ones and zero's just to get to xyz, not so simple as abc So I use a calculator to spell, it's very reliable 800813x2. (just for those who can't count, BOOBIES) By the way Unrushed, Miss Q just loves to have her mind stimulated, it's very sexy, She is a real hotty in here, if she wants to post these sexy threads, how does one go off topic speaking of ones and zeros to satisfy her passionate hunger. The snare she has set out before us, cheeky really don't yu think. Think Miss Q is horny, he he.
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MsSuperFoxy
12 years ago
Hey you reading this.... I made some perfect spelling errors in my last post and I am not going to correct them. :) Have a great Day! Foxy
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RHP User
12 years ago
There's a little bit of truth in every joke, right ;) - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
You, me, sir_stir - threesome? :P - Posted from rhpmobile
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RHP User
12 years ago
Bwahaha! The origin of text speak! I am so old I even had a calculator before LED displays. Little green dashes that made a square number 8, or any other number give or take a few dashes from it. Meander! Guten Morgen, mein Schatz. (One cannot really appreciate the true humour of this until they have seen Lord of the Rings..... In German!)
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RHP User
12 years ago
...then I agree. The only reason to go around correcting people is to make them look stupid and/or to make yourself feel or look superior, which is also a pretty unattractive behaviour.
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madotara69
12 years ago
Quoting 'Unrushed1' Bwahaha! The origin of text speak! I am so old I even had a calculator before LED displays. Little green dashes that made a square number 8, or any other number give or take a few dashes from it. Meander! Guten Morgen, mein Schatz. (One cannot really appreciate the true humour of this until they have seen Lord of the Rings..... In German!) Meander or is it correct to address Erander?
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quote: There's a little bit of truth in every joke, right ; ) Right ? and there's a little bit of insecurity in every inability
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madotara69
12 years ago
Quoting 'madotara69' Quoting 'Unrushed1' Bwahaha! The origin of text speak! I am so old I even had a calculator before LED displays. Little green dashes that made a square number 8, or any other number give or take a few dashes from it. Meander! Guten Morgen, mein Schatz. (One cannot really appreciate the true humour of this until they have seen Lord of the Rings..... In German!) Meander or is it correct to address Erander? Or MeandI, I mean Uander sounds a little close, even cosy. Though fair enough you did not write Meandu.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Quoting 'SuperFoxxxy' It's true...It does make them very unattractive, nor is it charming. Who gives someone the right to correct others for their spelling mistakes?? NO ONE on here that I know of. Do you even realize what you are doing?? It is putting that person down on a trait that is not their best skill People do have other qualities that are appealing, ya know. I actually like imperfections with people. I'm not great at spelling, or that good at stringing a sentence together. I have a hard time putting words to paper which is one of the reasons I prefer to meet people face to face, but that's not to say I'm not good at something else. I'm a sheet metal worker and I'm good at what I do, I've been able to get my own sheet metal company up and running now for 3 years and 4 months. If someone takes a poke at me because I cant spell go to hell I'd like to see them do what I do.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Literal translation: Thanks beautiful!
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RHP User
12 years ago
Bitte schön :-D
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RHP User
12 years ago
:-) :-) :-) xx Q
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RHP User
12 years ago
Well, they say the pen is mightier then the sword. Hope the spelling and grammar are up there or the written word will be misinterpreted. ... pmsl
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RHP User
12 years ago
I have no problems with people who struggle with the english languageIt is after all, a difficult language to master.What tends to piss me off is "Text Speak"
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RHP User
12 years ago
it is really all about the ladies on here working out who is the best at cunning linguistics.
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RHP User
12 years ago
stupidity is NOT attractive. spelling is NOT difficult. ergo if you can't spell, you're an idiot. we are talking about language here folks. the ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE. it is the single most fundamental/core/imperative skill we will have and need for our entire lives. along with walking and eating it's the very first thing we learn to do after being born. there's a reason for that. if you consider that it's a skill necessary for SURVIVAL, you can see why it's instinctively so goddamn unattractive if you can't grasp it.
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RHP User
12 years ago
Not nazis, but narcissistic....
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RHP User
12 years ago
Right on.. Could not have said it better.. For every gloater there's always a great leveller....
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RHP User
12 years ago
I concurr, stupidity is extremely unattractive Q
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madotara69
12 years ago
What does an apple taste like?
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RHP User
12 years ago
this does not necessarily equate with an inability to spell correctly, nor does it directly relate to a persons level of intelligence. It only relates to their inability to spell. Then there is the difference between perceived intelligence and wisdom. I have mixed with all sorts in my time, and heard some highly intelligent people present fanciful notions that are pure genius, as well as taken wise pragmatic advice from salt of the earth people with little concern for scholarly pursuits with great outcomes. Diet Coke, I think overlooking the fact that the forum has many people to whom English is a second language as well as people to whom spelling is a challenge or not a priority in life is, um, to me, personally, kind of a stupid thing to say, but each to their own hey?
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