Where is the line drawn between a unique spelling and ridiculous?
Q. My name is Kimberly a lot of people ask if it's 'ie' or 'y' at the end. This isn't a huge departure from the traditional spelling and people seem to understand that the name is spelled more than one way. Similarly, is the name Ashley, although I dislike the name in general, I prefer the spelling Ashlee. Where does a unique spelling become ridiculous in your opinion?
Asked by Savannah - Mon Feb 2 00:52:16 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It's true, many common names have multiple acceptable spellings- Hana vs Hannah, Lea vs Leah, Joseph vs Josef etc. I think unique spelling gets ridiculous when it makes the name harder to pronounce, or when it reads like a different name. If you're going to spell creatively, at least know the spelling rules. Also, only one 'y' per name is necessary. So names like Logyn (which is pronounced Lo-gin), and Aydyn would be ridiculous.
Answered by tacklepingpong - Mon Feb 2 01:19:23 2009
Q. My name is Kimberly a lot of people ask if it's 'ie' or 'y' at the end. This isn't a huge departure from the traditional spelling and people seem to understand that the name is spelled more than one way. Similarly, is the name Ashley, although I dislike the name in general, I prefer the spelling Ashlee. Where does a unique spelling become ridiculous in your opinion?
Asked by Savannah - Mon Feb 2 00:52:16 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It's true, many common names have multiple acceptable spellings- Hana vs Hannah, Lea vs Leah, Joseph vs Josef etc. I think unique spelling gets ridiculous when it makes the name harder to pronounce, or when it reads like a different name. If you're going to spell creatively, at least know the spelling rules. Also, only one 'y' per name is necessary. So names like Logyn (which is pronounced Lo-gin), and Aydyn would be ridiculous.
Answered by tacklepingpong - Mon Feb 2 01:19:23 2009
What are some good tips to help my son with spelling?
Q. My son is 12 and he reads well, but his spelling is terrible. It seems like I've tried everything to help him spell better. What are some tips that you have to help your child with spelling? He doesn't really have any trouble reading. He reads at least 2 grade levels above his grade and his grades are usually good because the reading comprehension grades bring up the poor spelling grades. I'm just concerned that as he goes into Jr. High that his poor spelling will be more of a problem.
Asked by kat - Tue Apr 14 12:55:08 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. try the circle cross word puzzles, I was in special ed. and they helped me with spelling because I was always having to spell the words in my head while looking for the words
Answered by Marry K - Fri Apr 17 10:15:07 2009
Q. My son is 12 and he reads well, but his spelling is terrible. It seems like I've tried everything to help him spell better. What are some tips that you have to help your child with spelling? He doesn't really have any trouble reading. He reads at least 2 grade levels above his grade and his grades are usually good because the reading comprehension grades bring up the poor spelling grades. I'm just concerned that as he goes into Jr. High that his poor spelling will be more of a problem.
Asked by kat - Tue Apr 14 12:55:08 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. try the circle cross word puzzles, I was in special ed. and they helped me with spelling because I was always having to spell the words in my head while looking for the words
Answered by Marry K - Fri Apr 17 10:15:07 2009
What is the best way to improve your spelling?
Q. I am 40 years old and a college grad...If it wasn't for spell check, I would never have made it. I wish I could spell better. I've tried reading more. I've tried keeping a note book with common words I have problems with. I've tried sounding out my words...I've tried the grade-school thing by writing out missed words 50 times...I still struggle. I want to write better and sound like I know what I am talking about, but my biggest fault is my spelling.
Asked by barbamatt - Fri Dec 12 21:13:45 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Some words lend themselves to a mnemonic device. I always had trouble with account and amount - which one had the second letter doubled? So, as a college hockey player, I knew a brand of equipment called CCM. Whenever I came to one of those words, I said to myself "CCM" (two C's in account and one M in amount). I am well beyond 40, but I still think of it. See if there is anything in the words you know you have trouble with that might have a 'trick' to remembering. Also, sometimes pronouncing words correctly will cue you to a missing letter.
Answered by bermbits - Fri Dec 12 21:52:22 2008
Q. I am 40 years old and a college grad...If it wasn't for spell check, I would never have made it. I wish I could spell better. I've tried reading more. I've tried keeping a note book with common words I have problems with. I've tried sounding out my words...I've tried the grade-school thing by writing out missed words 50 times...I still struggle. I want to write better and sound like I know what I am talking about, but my biggest fault is my spelling.
Asked by barbamatt - Fri Dec 12 21:13:45 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Some words lend themselves to a mnemonic device. I always had trouble with account and amount - which one had the second letter doubled? So, as a college hockey player, I knew a brand of equipment called CCM. Whenever I came to one of those words, I said to myself "CCM" (two C's in account and one M in amount). I am well beyond 40, but I still think of it. See if there is anything in the words you know you have trouble with that might have a 'trick' to remembering. Also, sometimes pronouncing words correctly will cue you to a missing letter.
Answered by bermbits - Fri Dec 12 21:52:22 2008
How can I study efficiently for a spelling bee?
Q. I need help studying for a spelling bee. I am good at these events, but I need some pointers or studying tips. I have only made it to the county spelling bee.
Asked by weirdo719 - Wed Dec 24 12:40:34 2008 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Go here: There are the official study words. Try to write the words and have someone else quiz you on them. Also, when someone is quizzing you, make sure they have a dictionary in front of them so they are pronouncing it correctly and give you an appropriate definition should you need one. Also, try to get familiar with different language of origins. If you can memorize certain rules and exceptions and whatnot, then you can really gain an edge. If you memorize all of those words on that website, you shouldn't have any trouble at all!
Answered by The Walrus - Wed Dec 24 13:16:52 2008
Q. I need help studying for a spelling bee. I am good at these events, but I need some pointers or studying tips. I have only made it to the county spelling bee.
Asked by weirdo719 - Wed Dec 24 12:40:34 2008 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Go here: There are the official study words. Try to write the words and have someone else quiz you on them. Also, when someone is quizzing you, make sure they have a dictionary in front of them so they are pronouncing it correctly and give you an appropriate definition should you need one. Also, try to get familiar with different language of origins. If you can memorize certain rules and exceptions and whatnot, then you can really gain an edge. If you memorize all of those words on that website, you shouldn't have any trouble at all!
Answered by The Walrus - Wed Dec 24 13:16:52 2008
What is the correct spelling of the ground cover that sounds like "hu-tin-iya"?
Q. In another state I used to plant "hutinia" (local nurseries called it) as a variegated ground cover (green and white with red streaks when grown in sun). But I know that that is not the correct spelling. I want to check on its climate demands but I first need to know the correct spelling so that I can search on it. So does anyone know the spelling of the ground cover that sounds like "who-tin-eeya"?? Thanks everyone!
Asked by e - Mon Jun 22 14:31:03 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Its common name is the Chameleon Plant, and its scientific name is Houttuynia cordata.
Answered by chrisg7989 - Mon Jun 22 14:36:17 2009
Q. In another state I used to plant "hutinia" (local nurseries called it) as a variegated ground cover (green and white with red streaks when grown in sun). But I know that that is not the correct spelling. I want to check on its climate demands but I first need to know the correct spelling so that I can search on it. So does anyone know the spelling of the ground cover that sounds like "who-tin-eeya"?? Thanks everyone!
Asked by e - Mon Jun 22 14:31:03 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Its common name is the Chameleon Plant, and its scientific name is Houttuynia cordata.
Answered by chrisg7989 - Mon Jun 22 14:36:17 2009
How can I become better at spelling and using grammar?
Q. I understand words fine, however my spelling and grammar is poor. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to become a better speller, and a better user of grammar?
Asked by Ben Watson - Thu Mar 12 05:05:04 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are many Australians out there that are having the same problem. Some can't read, write, or just have poor grammar/spelling skills, like yourself. But don't worry, there are a lot of things you can do! The easiest would probably be calling 1300 655 506. It's the Reading and Writing Hotline (Australia), and I think it's worth a shot. They can provide you with a lot of support and learning programs. The next thing you could do is probably just read. While you're reading, you can note the way authors spell their words, and their use of grammar and punctuation. Trust me, this is how most people learn to use punctuation and grammar correctly and spell words. You could also try buying an English workbook. Many good bookstores sell… [cont.]
Answered by Isabella - Thu Mar 12 05:19:57 2009
Q. I understand words fine, however my spelling and grammar is poor. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to become a better speller, and a better user of grammar?
Asked by Ben Watson - Thu Mar 12 05:05:04 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are many Australians out there that are having the same problem. Some can't read, write, or just have poor grammar/spelling skills, like yourself. But don't worry, there are a lot of things you can do! The easiest would probably be calling 1300 655 506. It's the Reading and Writing Hotline (Australia), and I think it's worth a shot. They can provide you with a lot of support and learning programs. The next thing you could do is probably just read. While you're reading, you can note the way authors spell their words, and their use of grammar and punctuation. Trust me, this is how most people learn to use punctuation and grammar correctly and spell words. You could also try buying an English workbook. Many good bookstores sell… [cont.]
Answered by Isabella - Thu Mar 12 05:19:57 2009
Can you help translate this to a phonetic spelling?
Q. Hi! I am trying to write a newspaper article but I haven't been able to find a phonetic translator. I was wondering if any one could help figure out how to translate the following into phonetics. BTW- Phonetic means to spell words like they sound. For example: through=thru; shoe=shu... Passage to be translated: Organizations like the National Spelling Board and the Simplified Spelling Society aim at reforming English to phonetic spellings. Words would be spelled like they sound when they are pronounced. Other languages like Spanish and German are based off this system; therefore, their literacy rate, as a result, is a much higher. In the United States, one out of every five people is illiterate. Thank you! Whoever can translate it most… [cont.]
Asked by loco4soccer2002 - Thu Oct 12 20:47:29 2006 - - 5 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Or-gun-uh-za-shuns lyk thuh Nash-un-ull Spell-ing Bord and thuh Simp-luh-fyd Spell-ing Suh-sye-uh-tee ame at ree-form-ing Eeng-lish to fun-et-tik spell-ings. Wurds wud be speld lyk thay sownd whinn thay arr pruh-nownsd. Uth-ur lang-wi-jiz lyk Span-ish and Jur-mun orr bayst off this sis-tum; thayr-for, thayr litt-ur-uh-see rayt, az a re-zult, iz mutsh hy-ur. In thee U-nyt-id Stayts, wun owt uv evree fyv pee-pull iz ill-litt-ur-utt.
Answered by bundjean - Fri Oct 13 07:26:58 2006
Q. Hi! I am trying to write a newspaper article but I haven't been able to find a phonetic translator. I was wondering if any one could help figure out how to translate the following into phonetics. BTW- Phonetic means to spell words like they sound. For example: through=thru; shoe=shu... Passage to be translated: Organizations like the National Spelling Board and the Simplified Spelling Society aim at reforming English to phonetic spellings. Words would be spelled like they sound when they are pronounced. Other languages like Spanish and German are based off this system; therefore, their literacy rate, as a result, is a much higher. In the United States, one out of every five people is illiterate. Thank you! Whoever can translate it most… [cont.]
Asked by loco4soccer2002 - Thu Oct 12 20:47:29 2006 - - 5 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Or-gun-uh-za-shuns lyk thuh Nash-un-ull Spell-ing Bord and thuh Simp-luh-fyd Spell-ing Suh-sye-uh-tee ame at ree-form-ing Eeng-lish to fun-et-tik spell-ings. Wurds wud be speld lyk thay sownd whinn thay arr pruh-nownsd. Uth-ur lang-wi-jiz lyk Span-ish and Jur-mun orr bayst off this sis-tum; thayr-for, thayr litt-ur-uh-see rayt, az a re-zult, iz mutsh hy-ur. In thee U-nyt-id Stayts, wun owt uv evree fyv pee-pull iz ill-litt-ur-utt.
Answered by bundjean - Fri Oct 13 07:26:58 2006
Is there an argument for changing the spelling of the most commonly incorrectly spelt words?
Q. So that the new spelling is the way that most people spell them? Spelt = past tense of spell!
Asked by JJ - Mon Aug 11 16:48:51 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Some people, even some academics, try to make this argument. I think it's wrong for several reasons. First, it seeks to solve the wrong problem ; over the last thirty years or so, there has been a move in English language teaching away from spelling and grammar, with the result that current generations have far less understanding of the nuts and bolts of the language they use. So the problem is not so much that many people are incapable of understanding and using spelling conventions (and grammar conventions), but that they have not been taught them. Teaching the conventions will solve the problem in the right way. After all, if some people didn't understand what each colour of traffic signal meant, you wouldn't make an argument that… [cont.]
Answered by kinning_park - Mon Aug 11 17:07:14 2008
Q. So that the new spelling is the way that most people spell them? Spelt = past tense of spell!
Asked by JJ - Mon Aug 11 16:48:51 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Some people, even some academics, try to make this argument. I think it's wrong for several reasons. First, it seeks to solve the wrong problem ; over the last thirty years or so, there has been a move in English language teaching away from spelling and grammar, with the result that current generations have far less understanding of the nuts and bolts of the language they use. So the problem is not so much that many people are incapable of understanding and using spelling conventions (and grammar conventions), but that they have not been taught them. Teaching the conventions will solve the problem in the right way. After all, if some people didn't understand what each colour of traffic signal meant, you wouldn't make an argument that… [cont.]
Answered by kinning_park - Mon Aug 11 17:07:14 2008
What are some good websites for help with spelling and vocabulary?
Q. My daughter is starting High School tomorrow. She's at grade level for everything except spelling which is a 5th grade level. Any ideas on how to help her improve?
Asked by Lisa - Mon Aug 14 11:39:24 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. English spelling can be very tough. A lot of it doesn't really make sense, even though we like to think it does. Many people just don't have a knack for spelling, and find it very difficult. Most likely she is having difficulty with the hundreds of common words that don't follow the rules. I've included links to various spelling strategies and links to lists of the most commonly misspelled words. And here is a poem just for fun ... When the English tongue we speak Why is break not rhymed with freak? Will you tell me why it s true We say sew, but likewise few? And the maker of a verse, Cannot rhyme his horse with worse? Beard is not the same as heard, Cord is different from word, Cow is cow, but low is low, Shoe is never rhymed with… [cont.]
Answered by Imaka - Mon Aug 14 11:55:16 2006
Q. My daughter is starting High School tomorrow. She's at grade level for everything except spelling which is a 5th grade level. Any ideas on how to help her improve?
Asked by Lisa - Mon Aug 14 11:39:24 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. English spelling can be very tough. A lot of it doesn't really make sense, even though we like to think it does. Many people just don't have a knack for spelling, and find it very difficult. Most likely she is having difficulty with the hundreds of common words that don't follow the rules. I've included links to various spelling strategies and links to lists of the most commonly misspelled words. And here is a poem just for fun ... When the English tongue we speak Why is break not rhymed with freak? Will you tell me why it s true We say sew, but likewise few? And the maker of a verse, Cannot rhyme his horse with worse? Beard is not the same as heard, Cord is different from word, Cow is cow, but low is low, Shoe is never rhymed with… [cont.]
Answered by Imaka - Mon Aug 14 11:55:16 2006
Is resveratrol the correct spelling of the good-for-you compound found in red wine?
Q. I found this spelled several ways on the net and I would like to know the correct spelling.
Asked by Aac123 - Tue Jun 13 14:33:58 2006 - - 4 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Yes, that is how I have always seen it. I first saw a reference to it in a magazine article back in '95 or '96 about my favorite wine, Valpolicella Recioto.
Answered by O Cacador - Tue Jun 13 14:39:09 2006
Q. I found this spelled several ways on the net and I would like to know the correct spelling.
Asked by Aac123 - Tue Jun 13 14:33:58 2006 - - 4 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Yes, that is how I have always seen it. I first saw a reference to it in a magazine article back in '95 or '96 about my favorite wine, Valpolicella Recioto.
Answered by O Cacador - Tue Jun 13 14:39:09 2006
How can I help my daughter improve her spelling?
Q. My seven year old daughter reads exceptionally well and has no problems in other subjects, but she does have a difficult time spelling. What can I do to help her learn how to spell better? I'm not expecting her to be perfect or anything, but she likes to write a lot of different stories, posters, signs, etc. and her spelling hasn't improved very much since the beginning of the school year. Thanks in advance for any advice.
Asked by nimo22 - Thu Jan 25 20:22:24 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Make sure she knows some basic rules like: - i before e except after c and in weird words - when two vowels go walking, the first one does the talking - "bossy E" at the end of a word makes the other vowel say it's name Make sure she slows down and sounds out every letter. Work with her on word families and "chunking" words. Also, Dolch site words. Then let her use her creative spelling. She'll get there! But allowing them to use "creative spelling" as they are learning gives them confidence and lets them work on the skills of actually putting their thoughts together on paper.
Answered by momma2mingbu - Fri Jan 26 08:43:00 2007
Q. My seven year old daughter reads exceptionally well and has no problems in other subjects, but she does have a difficult time spelling. What can I do to help her learn how to spell better? I'm not expecting her to be perfect or anything, but she likes to write a lot of different stories, posters, signs, etc. and her spelling hasn't improved very much since the beginning of the school year. Thanks in advance for any advice.
Asked by nimo22 - Thu Jan 25 20:22:24 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Make sure she knows some basic rules like: - i before e except after c and in weird words - when two vowels go walking, the first one does the talking - "bossy E" at the end of a word makes the other vowel say it's name Make sure she slows down and sounds out every letter. Work with her on word families and "chunking" words. Also, Dolch site words. Then let her use her creative spelling. She'll get there! But allowing them to use "creative spelling" as they are learning gives them confidence and lets them work on the skills of actually putting their thoughts together on paper.
Answered by momma2mingbu - Fri Jan 26 08:43:00 2007
What are the most common words put on a spelling test for operators?
Q. Has anyone taken the spelling test for AT&T or any other operator position? If so what words were on the test? I am just looking for the type of words on the test, what they have to do with...
Asked by SnowTwqd - Fri May 15 15:59:33 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Since being an operator isn't a field with its own specialized vocabulary, (like medical or Latin terms), I'm guessing they'll test you on 'commonly misspelled words' or the words you'd see on a high-school proficiency exam. do you own a dictionary? Some of them have lists of 'commonly misspelled words' in the front or back of the book. If you don't have one, go to the stationery aisle of a drugstore and look at various spiral notebooks, et cetera -- some of those have the same thing on the front and back cover. As a last resort, try searching the Web for them.
Answered by jnashua - Fri May 15 16:12:59 2009
Q. Has anyone taken the spelling test for AT&T or any other operator position? If so what words were on the test? I am just looking for the type of words on the test, what they have to do with...
Asked by SnowTwqd - Fri May 15 15:59:33 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Since being an operator isn't a field with its own specialized vocabulary, (like medical or Latin terms), I'm guessing they'll test you on 'commonly misspelled words' or the words you'd see on a high-school proficiency exam. do you own a dictionary? Some of them have lists of 'commonly misspelled words' in the front or back of the book. If you don't have one, go to the stationery aisle of a drugstore and look at various spiral notebooks, et cetera -- some of those have the same thing on the front and back cover. As a last resort, try searching the Web for them.
Answered by jnashua - Fri May 15 16:12:59 2009
How are people today getting jobs with the current level of spelling?
Q. It really perplexes me. I see requests for job advice and the people aren't necessarily using text messaging English, but the questions are so garbled in content and spelling that I'm amazed they ever get an interview. Please tell me what I'm not seeing. Thanks!
Asked by Holly R - Tue Apr 29 18:17:14 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are a lot that aren't getting a job, that would explain their questions. It is not just spelling there seems to be a real lack of knowledge about how one should present them self, questions they should ask and be prepared to answer. There are even more bad or outright wrong answers to employment questions and those who are using this format to educate them selves are in a lot of trouble.
Answered by michr - Tue Apr 29 18:28:20 2008
Q. It really perplexes me. I see requests for job advice and the people aren't necessarily using text messaging English, but the questions are so garbled in content and spelling that I'm amazed they ever get an interview. Please tell me what I'm not seeing. Thanks!
Asked by Holly R - Tue Apr 29 18:17:14 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are a lot that aren't getting a job, that would explain their questions. It is not just spelling there seems to be a real lack of knowledge about how one should present them self, questions they should ask and be prepared to answer. There are even more bad or outright wrong answers to employment questions and those who are using this format to educate them selves are in a lot of trouble.
Answered by michr - Tue Apr 29 18:28:20 2008
What is the correct spelling of the word giblut?
Q. My father, a quebecois from Hull/Gatineau, used this word to describe a real mixed up meal, like hash, goulash, etc. I never saw the word, only heard him use it. I need a correct spelling for a short story I'm writing. Merci.
Asked by bemond56 - Wed Mar 19 23:06:46 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I know exactly what you mean as I'm french also but I've never saw a spelling of it.It's more a "slang" saying for exactly what you've described.Hope someone can help you out.
Answered by sonnyboy - Wed Mar 19 23:12:40 2008
Q. My father, a quebecois from Hull/Gatineau, used this word to describe a real mixed up meal, like hash, goulash, etc. I never saw the word, only heard him use it. I need a correct spelling for a short story I'm writing. Merci.
Asked by bemond56 - Wed Mar 19 23:06:46 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I know exactly what you mean as I'm french also but I've never saw a spelling of it.It's more a "slang" saying for exactly what you've described.Hope someone can help you out.
Answered by sonnyboy - Wed Mar 19 23:12:40 2008
How do I help someone who wants help with their spelling?
Q. My little brother is 15 and has horrible spelling. He's actually a very smart kid and does want help in the matter. What is the best way of helping him with his spelling? I've already turned the auto correct off on his computer, but I'm thinking of something more structured like a short lesson or spelling exercise. Any thoughts?
Asked by Scooter - Sun Aug 13 09:00:34 2006 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Find some spelling-related teaching material for a grade level lower than his and have him do the assignments. Enlist a teacher with suggestions or ideas on new teaching methods and materials. Also, give him a good dictionary and a thesaurus. Both are invaluable to spelling and word comprehension. I can tell you as an employer, it makes a tremendous difference. When job applications are submitted to me with abbreviations and a high percentage of misspelled words, I do not even consider the applicant as a candidate.
Answered by Sam - Sun Aug 13 09:05:40 2006
Q. My little brother is 15 and has horrible spelling. He's actually a very smart kid and does want help in the matter. What is the best way of helping him with his spelling? I've already turned the auto correct off on his computer, but I'm thinking of something more structured like a short lesson or spelling exercise. Any thoughts?
Asked by Scooter - Sun Aug 13 09:00:34 2006 - - 18 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Find some spelling-related teaching material for a grade level lower than his and have him do the assignments. Enlist a teacher with suggestions or ideas on new teaching methods and materials. Also, give him a good dictionary and a thesaurus. Both are invaluable to spelling and word comprehension. I can tell you as an employer, it makes a tremendous difference. When job applications are submitted to me with abbreviations and a high percentage of misspelled words, I do not even consider the applicant as a candidate.
Answered by Sam - Sun Aug 13 09:05:40 2006
What is the correct spelling of Trichoderma viridii or Trichoderma viride?
Q. I want to do some experiments on Trichoderma, used as bio control agent. But i don't know the correct spelling. I found both. Please tell me which one is used as a bio fertilizer or bio control agent whether they both are different species. Please answer at the earliest!
Asked by rose - Wed Jul 22 08:01:44 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Trichoderma viride If you want to confirm that, try searching for it here: Species Fungorum is a reputable taxonomic database of fungi names, and is about as complete as they come.
Answered by Andrew T - Wed Jul 22 12:03:00 2009
Q. I want to do some experiments on Trichoderma, used as bio control agent. But i don't know the correct spelling. I found both. Please tell me which one is used as a bio fertilizer or bio control agent whether they both are different species. Please answer at the earliest!
Asked by rose - Wed Jul 22 08:01:44 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Trichoderma viride If you want to confirm that, try searching for it here: Species Fungorum is a reputable taxonomic database of fungi names, and is about as complete as they come.
Answered by Andrew T - Wed Jul 22 12:03:00 2009
What is the correct spelling for flippididooda?
Q. I was going to make an IM saying that, but I want the correct spelling. I know it can't be a word.
Asked by ajabc94abc - Fri Aug 25 00:42:02 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Flippity-Doo-Dah
Answered by ForeverBrainless - Fri Aug 25 00:45:12 2006
Q. I was going to make an IM saying that, but I want the correct spelling. I know it can't be a word.
Asked by ajabc94abc - Fri Aug 25 00:42:02 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Flippity-Doo-Dah
Answered by ForeverBrainless - Fri Aug 25 00:45:12 2006
What is the correct spelling for the last name that is pronounced Roebahn?
Q. That was the last name of a teacher I had in elementary school. I don't know if that is the correct spelling. It is pronounced Roe Bahn.
Asked by mergie4tony - Thu Nov 9 16:22:20 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you go to and enter "Rowban", you'll get a nice assortment. The correct spelling depends on the person; "Smythe" and "Smith" are both correct, but for different families, as are "Clark" and "Clarke". Spelling is always a crapshoot. I've seen people named "Mathis" spell it "Matthews", "Mathews" and "Mathis" in the same document.
Answered by Ted Pack - Thu Nov 9 17:29:03 2006
Q. That was the last name of a teacher I had in elementary school. I don't know if that is the correct spelling. It is pronounced Roe Bahn.
Asked by mergie4tony - Thu Nov 9 16:22:20 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you go to and enter "Rowban", you'll get a nice assortment. The correct spelling depends on the person; "Smythe" and "Smith" are both correct, but for different families, as are "Clark" and "Clarke". Spelling is always a crapshoot. I've seen people named "Mathis" spell it "Matthews", "Mathews" and "Mathis" in the same document.
Answered by Ted Pack - Thu Nov 9 17:29:03 2006
How do I get my AIM for Mac to permanently stop checking my spelling?
Q. I know I can uncheck the "Check Spelling" option but it gets annoying doing that for every time I get an IM. Any way to do it permanently?
Asked by toxicbritneyfan - Sun Mar 22 20:52:06 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Use iChat, it's 10 times better.
Answered by unknown - Wed Mar 25 17:42:20 2009
Q. I know I can uncheck the "Check Spelling" option but it gets annoying doing that for every time I get an IM. Any way to do it permanently?
Asked by toxicbritneyfan - Sun Mar 22 20:52:06 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Use iChat, it's 10 times better.
Answered by unknown - Wed Mar 25 17:42:20 2009
What are some productive ways to prepare for a district spelling bee?
Q. Actually, it doesn't really matter which level the spelling bee is at. The spelling bee I'm competing in is in February, and I have started to prepare. Unfortunately, I really need more tips, though. I'm already being tutored by an English teacher. Any other tips? My winning word for the previous spelling bee was 'rotisserie...' :)
Asked by Ersatz - Sun Dec 30 23:05:15 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Read everything you can! It will help tremendously. Newspapers like the NY Times usually have a few good vocabulary words in each issue. If you don't already have the Paideia, ask for a copy, and try all the words...even the easy ones. You never know what might come up (especially if your bee is part of the Scripps Howard program, the one that runs the Nationals). Studying Latin and Greek roots will also help. (Ask the tutor for a list.) And, as nerdy as this might sound, read the dictionary. It doesn't have to be a big one, just something like Oxford American. Hope this helps! Good luck!
Answered by Star 23 - Mon Dec 31 09:05:34 2007
Q. Actually, it doesn't really matter which level the spelling bee is at. The spelling bee I'm competing in is in February, and I have started to prepare. Unfortunately, I really need more tips, though. I'm already being tutored by an English teacher. Any other tips? My winning word for the previous spelling bee was 'rotisserie...' :)
Asked by Ersatz - Sun Dec 30 23:05:15 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Read everything you can! It will help tremendously. Newspapers like the NY Times usually have a few good vocabulary words in each issue. If you don't already have the Paideia, ask for a copy, and try all the words...even the easy ones. You never know what might come up (especially if your bee is part of the Scripps Howard program, the one that runs the Nationals). Studying Latin and Greek roots will also help. (Ask the tutor for a list.) And, as nerdy as this might sound, read the dictionary. It doesn't have to be a big one, just something like Oxford American. Hope this helps! Good luck!
Answered by Star 23 - Mon Dec 31 09:05:34 2007
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