Exclamation Translations

08/11/2017

Halfway to the weekend, here's something funny to keep us all going...

19/09/2017

Hilarious! 😂😂

We've collected 20 of the worst typos, grammatical errors, and spelling mistakes we've ever seen. They'll definitely make you laugh.

31/08/2017

When I’m asked to give people a bio, a paragraph about myself, I often end it with the sentence “She hates the phrase ‘grammar N**i’ and loves the word ‘kerfuffle.’" This isn’t a new sentiment—you can see it in the bio for my TED talk from 2015&md

28/08/2017

I have a confession to make. I often skip the long blocks of quotes when I am reading academic articles and books. I suspect that I’m not the only one who does this. I don’t skip the quotes because I’m lazy. I skip them because they often pull me away from a writer’s ideas r

14/06/2017

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V21aZ_ZuoJM&feature=youtu.be

Batman schools Robin on adverb vs. adjective. Good Grammar is essential. Now let's get them. BAM.

27/03/2017

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09/01/2017

Something that is not always easy to do at any point, but especially at the start of a new year. Here's a little motivation on getting started...

http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Started-Writing

To write something is a big task. To start writing is the hardest part. Once you know how to start, it usually comes naturally and then your writing starts to flow. And don't worry, your computer won't explode. It can't sense your fear......

17/10/2016

Hi Exclamation Translation followers! I am so excited to share with you that the website has been revamped once again, as they say, change is as good as a holiday. You can check it out at

http://www.exclamationtranslations.co.za/wmenu.php

21/09/2016

As leaders gather for the United Nations annual General Assembly debate in New York City this week to outline their visions for the world, many will be listening to their words through the voices of interpreters. This can lead to some tricky — even comical — situations when issues of syntax, idioms,...

10/08/2016

http://www.wikihow.com/Paraphrase-a-Paragraph

If you have been asked to paraphrase a paragraph but aren't sure how, don't fret. Paraphrasing simply means taking the original text and using your own original word choices and structure to rewrite it while still conveying the same...

26/07/2016

25/07/2016

http://www.wikihow.com/Check-Punctuation-in-Microsoft-Word

Use the spell-check tool to check for correct punctuation in Microsoft Word. Find it by pressing F7 (on Windows), clicking the small book icon along the bottom edge of the screen, or clicking on "Spelling & Grammar" under the Review tab....

14/07/2016

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/semicolon

The most feared punctuation on earth.

08/03/2016

17/02/2016

http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/education/grammar/affect-versus-effect

10/12/2015

Exclamation translations will be closed from the 10th of December 2015, and will open again for business from the 11th of January 2016. Wishing you a safe and peaceful festive season, and a joyful new year!

12/11/2015

Fewer vs less - quite a common mistake, especially when you consider the '10 items or less' counter at most supermarkets...

http://www.bt-tb.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/btb.php?lang=eng&cont=032

Linguistic reminder of the Translation Bureau: fewer vs. Less

19/10/2015

http://www.inc.com/minda-zetlin/13-surprisingly-common-mistakes-that-make-your-writing-look-bad.html

Spellcheck won't find these goofs, so you have to.

14/08/2015

http://www.inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/17-punctuation-mistakes-that-can-make-you-look-kinda-stupid.html

Words and grammar are important. But punctuation--that's where the nitpickers are gathered and ready to ambush you.

20/07/2015

Number 4: I would say it's a delicate balance - remember that your readers don't always know what you know so be more specific, use more explanations, but don't repeat yourself or add too much unimportant information.

http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/words/top-tips-for-better-writing

Top tips for better writing - Language reference content from Oxford. Help with language usage, grammar questions, punctuation, spelling, and language learning.

14/07/2015

Punctuation saves lives.

29/05/2015

Nobody writes a perfect first draft. Whether you love the red pen or hate it with a passion, your first draft will require some polishing. The trick is to write prose that’s brilliant yet brief, colorful yet concise. Here are five tips for writing concisely. Cut Weasel

26/05/2015

In my experience, people are most unsure whether to use 'is' or 'are'...

What is concord? When we use the word ‘concord’ in everyday speech, it means ‘agreement or harmony between people or groups’ (thanks, Oxford Dictionary). When we use the word in the context of...

13/05/2015

Knowing when to use ‘that’ and when to use ‘which’ is a tricky business. Use this helpful rule to find your way. Rule of thumb  If the part of the sentence after 'which' or 'that' gives...

28/04/2015

Shakespeare's birthday was this week! Help us celebrate by testing your knowledge of Shakespearean English!

https://www.grammarly.com/blog/2015/how-well-dost-thou-know-thy-shakespearean-english-take-the-quiz/?q&utm_campaign=Bard_Birthday15&utm_source=Facebook_org&utm_medium=link_post