• How To Spell W And Other Letters Of The Alphabet

    No doubt you know your ABCs, but do you know how to spell the names of the letters themselves? For example, how would you spell the name of the letter W? In this article, we are going to take a look at how to spell out the different consonants of the alphabet. Why just the consonants? Well, spelling the names of the vowels is unusual, and the spellings vary widely.

    We don’t often have a reason to spell out the names of letters. They show up in some words or phrases, like tee-shirt or em-dash. Knowing how to spell out the letters is a good trick to have in your back pocket when playing word games like Scrabble and Words With Friends. Mostly though, the spelled-out names of the consonants are fun trivia any word lover will enjoy.

    B – bee
    The letter B is spelled just like the insect: b-e-e. The plural is bees, like something you might find in a hive. Before it was bee, the letter B was part of the Phoenician alphabet and was known as beth.

    C – cee
    The spelling of the letter C might surprise you. It isn’t spelled with an S but a C: c-e-e. The spelling cee might come in handy especially when writing about something “shaped or formed like the letter C,” as in she was curled in a cee, holding her pillow.

    D – dee
    You might be picking up on a pattern here. Like B and C, the letter D is spelled out with -ee: d-e-e. Like the letter B, dee originally had another name in the Phoenician alphabet: daleth.

    F – ef
    The letter F is spelled e-f. The spelled out name ef is occasionally used as an abbreviation for much saltier language.

    G – gee
    With the exception of ef, the letter G is spelled like the other letters we have seen so far: gee. Particularly in American slang, the spelled out name gee is used as an abbreviation for grand, in the sense of “thousand dollars.”

    H – aitch
    The letter H has a tricky spelling and pronunciation. It is spelled aitch, but the pronunciation of its name is [ eych ]. The letter comes from Northern Semitic languages and its modern corollary is the Hebrew letter heth.

    J – jay
    The letter J has a long and complicated history—it began as a swash, a typographical embellishment for the already existing I—but its spelling is relatively straightforward: jay. Like C, the spelling jay can be useful when describing something in the shape of the letter.

    K – kay
    You may already be familiar with the spelling of the letter K from the expression okay, or OK. Just like in okay, K is typically spelled k-a-y. Okay is a unique Americanism that you can read more about here.

    L – el
    El is most easily recognizable as the common abbreviation for elevated railroad. However, it is also the spelling for the letter L.

    M – em
    The spelling of the letter M, em, can be found in the name of the punctuation mark em dash (—). The name of the punctuation mark comes from the fact that it is the width of the letter M when printed.

    N – en
    Much like the letters em and en themselves, the em-dash and en-dash are often mixed up. The en dash is, you guessed it, the width of the letter N when printed. The en dash (–) is shorter than an em dash (—).

    P – pee
    The most scatological letter name is pee (P). The use of pee as a verb and noun to refer to urination actually comes from a euphemism for the vulgar piss, using the spelling of the initial letter in piss: P.

    Q – cue
    The letter Q has the honor of being one of two letters that is not included in the spelling of its own name: cue. The use of cue as a verb or noun to refer to “anything that excites to action” comes from another abbreviation related to the letter itself. In acting scripts, the Latin quandō, meaning “when” was abbreviated q, which later came to be spelled cue.

    R – ar
    The name of the letter R sounds like something a pirate might say: ar. The letter R was called by the Roman poet Persius littera canina or “the canine letter.” It was so named because pronouncing ar sounds like a dog’s growl.

    S – ess
    The snake-like S is spelled ess, with two terminal -s‘s. Along with cee and jay, ess can also be used to describe “something shaped like an S,” as in The roads were laid out nested double esses along the riverbank.

    T – tee
    A letter whose spelling you are more likely to be familiar with is T or tee, because it often appears in spellings of T-shirt (e.g., tee-shirt). The tee shirt is so named because it is a shirt in the shape of a T.

    V – vee
    Another letter that pops up in fashion is V or vee. You see this most often when describing certain clothing elements, such as a vee neckline or a vee-shaped dart.

    W – double-u
    The letter W is one of the stranger letters in the alphabet, and so is its spelling. As we noted already, we don’t usually spell vowels out, so we end up with the awkward double-u. The plural spelling is double-ues. Before it was merged into one letter (W), the sound was represented with the the digraph -uu- or double-u.

    X – ex
    The spelling of the letter X, ex, might seem foreboding. That’s because we often equate it with the prefix ex-, meaning “out of” or “without.” We also use ex as a verb to mean putting an X over something, literally or metaphorically, as in I exed out the name on the list. The letter X has found use as we explore new ways of describing gender identity and expression, which you can read about here.

    Y – wye
    The letter Y is spelled wye, like the river in Great Britain. Wye has been adopted into electrical and railroad terminology to describe circuits and track arrangements, respectively, that are in the shape of a Y. Interestingly, the letter Y replaced an Old English letter called thorn.

    Z – zee
    In American English, the letter Z is spelled and pronounced zee, patterned off of other consonants like dee and gee. However, in British English, the letter Z is named zed. Zed comes from the Middle French zede, itself from the ancient Greek zêta.

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    How To Spell W And Other Letters Of The Alphabet No doubt you know your ABCs, but do you know how to spell the names of the letters themselves? For example, how would you spell the name of the letter W? In this article, we are going to take a look at how to spell out the different consonants of the alphabet. Why just the consonants? Well, spelling the names of the vowels is unusual, and the spellings vary widely. We don’t often have a reason to spell out the names of letters. They show up in some words or phrases, like tee-shirt or em-dash. Knowing how to spell out the letters is a good trick to have in your back pocket when playing word games like Scrabble and Words With Friends. Mostly though, the spelled-out names of the consonants are fun trivia any word lover will enjoy. B – bee The letter B is spelled just like the insect: b-e-e. The plural is bees, like something you might find in a hive. Before it was bee, the letter B was part of the Phoenician alphabet and was known as beth. C – cee The spelling of the letter C might surprise you. It isn’t spelled with an S but a C: c-e-e. The spelling cee might come in handy especially when writing about something “shaped or formed like the letter C,” as in she was curled in a cee, holding her pillow. D – dee You might be picking up on a pattern here. Like B and C, the letter D is spelled out with -ee: d-e-e. Like the letter B, dee originally had another name in the Phoenician alphabet: daleth. F – ef The letter F is spelled e-f. The spelled out name ef is occasionally used as an abbreviation for much saltier language. G – gee With the exception of ef, the letter G is spelled like the other letters we have seen so far: gee. Particularly in American slang, the spelled out name gee is used as an abbreviation for grand, in the sense of “thousand dollars.” H – aitch The letter H has a tricky spelling and pronunciation. It is spelled aitch, but the pronunciation of its name is [ eych ]. The letter comes from Northern Semitic languages and its modern corollary is the Hebrew letter heth. J – jay The letter J has a long and complicated history—it began as a swash, a typographical embellishment for the already existing I—but its spelling is relatively straightforward: jay. Like C, the spelling jay can be useful when describing something in the shape of the letter. K – kay You may already be familiar with the spelling of the letter K from the expression okay, or OK. Just like in okay, K is typically spelled k-a-y. Okay is a unique Americanism that you can read more about here. L – el El is most easily recognizable as the common abbreviation for elevated railroad. However, it is also the spelling for the letter L. M – em The spelling of the letter M, em, can be found in the name of the punctuation mark em dash (—). The name of the punctuation mark comes from the fact that it is the width of the letter M when printed. N – en Much like the letters em and en themselves, the em-dash and en-dash are often mixed up. The en dash is, you guessed it, the width of the letter N when printed. The en dash (–) is shorter than an em dash (—). P – pee The most scatological letter name is pee (P). The use of pee as a verb and noun to refer to urination actually comes from a euphemism for the vulgar piss, using the spelling of the initial letter in piss: P. Q – cue The letter Q has the honor of being one of two letters that is not included in the spelling of its own name: cue. The use of cue as a verb or noun to refer to “anything that excites to action” comes from another abbreviation related to the letter itself. In acting scripts, the Latin quandō, meaning “when” was abbreviated q, which later came to be spelled cue. R – ar The name of the letter R sounds like something a pirate might say: ar. The letter R was called by the Roman poet Persius littera canina or “the canine letter.” It was so named because pronouncing ar sounds like a dog’s growl. S – ess The snake-like S is spelled ess, with two terminal -s‘s. Along with cee and jay, ess can also be used to describe “something shaped like an S,” as in The roads were laid out nested double esses along the riverbank. T – tee A letter whose spelling you are more likely to be familiar with is T or tee, because it often appears in spellings of T-shirt (e.g., tee-shirt). The tee shirt is so named because it is a shirt in the shape of a T. V – vee Another letter that pops up in fashion is V or vee. You see this most often when describing certain clothing elements, such as a vee neckline or a vee-shaped dart. W – double-u The letter W is one of the stranger letters in the alphabet, and so is its spelling. As we noted already, we don’t usually spell vowels out, so we end up with the awkward double-u. The plural spelling is double-ues. Before it was merged into one letter (W), the sound was represented with the the digraph -uu- or double-u. X – ex The spelling of the letter X, ex, might seem foreboding. That’s because we often equate it with the prefix ex-, meaning “out of” or “without.” We also use ex as a verb to mean putting an X over something, literally or metaphorically, as in I exed out the name on the list. The letter X has found use as we explore new ways of describing gender identity and expression, which you can read about here. Y – wye The letter Y is spelled wye, like the river in Great Britain. Wye has been adopted into electrical and railroad terminology to describe circuits and track arrangements, respectively, that are in the shape of a Y. Interestingly, the letter Y replaced an Old English letter called thorn. Z – zee In American English, the letter Z is spelled and pronounced zee, patterned off of other consonants like dee and gee. However, in British English, the letter Z is named zed. Zed comes from the Middle French zede, itself from the ancient Greek zêta. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • “Venom” vs. “Poison”: Which One Is More Harmful To You?

    Here’s the obvious thing about poison and venom: you don’t want either one in your body. But after that, things can get confusing. Although the two words are sometimes used interchangeably in casual use, a distinction is made between them in scientific contexts.

    In this article, we’ll look at the key differences between poison and venom as well as the adjective forms poisonous and venomous, especially in the context of snakes, plants, and other living things.

    Quick summary

    The word poison can refer to any substance that is inherently harmful to a living thing—especially a substance that’s intended to be harmful. The word venom is more specific—it refers to a poisonous substance produced in the body of an animal and actively used to cause harm through injection, such as through a snake bite, a spider bite, or an insect sting. Venom is sometimes called poison in casual use, and animals that are venomous are sometimes casually described as poisonous, as in poisonous snakes. But in reference to organisms, there is a difference: poison is secreted through the skin or delivered through ingestion.

    What is the difference between poison vs. venom?

    The word poison can refer to any substance with an inherent property that makes it harmful or even deadly. The word is perhaps most often used to refer to substances that are intended to cause harm in this way, as in rat poison or The poison they used was a nerve agent.

    The word poison is also sometimes used to refer to naturally occurring toxic chemicals and substances, such as arsenic or cyanide (which can also be used intentionally to cause harm). It’s also sometimes used to refer to manufactured chemicals that aren’t intended to cause harm but can if ingested, such as bleach or other cleaners.

    The term venom is much more specific—it refers to a dangerous substance produced in the body of an animal, such as in some snakes, spiders, and wasps, and delivered via injection. Such animals may use venom as a way to defend themselves or as part of how they prey on other animals. Snakes are known for delivering venom via a bite, but some can spray or “spit” venom. Wasps and other insects can inject venom via stingers. Some jellyfish inject venom through barbed tentacles.

    The toxicity of venom varies widely. The effects of different venoms range from minor irritation to death.

    The toxic substances produced by some animals may be referred to as poison instead of venom. This is the case when the substance is simply secreted by the animal or stored inside its body (as in the poison-arrow frog), as opposed to being actively injected or sprayed.

    Animals aren’t the only living things that produce poisonous substances. Many plants contain substances that are toxic if they’re ingested or come into contact with skin, but such a substance is typically called a poison as opposed to a venom.

    Despite the technical distinction between the words, animal venom is sometimes generally referred to as poison.

    Another difference in how we use the words: unlike the word venom, poison is also commonly used as a verb. It can mean “to administer poison to (a person or animal)” or “to add poison to something,” as in She poisoned the soup.

    poisonous vs. venomous

    The adjective poisonous is used broadly to describe substances that are considered poisons. It may also be applied to things that contain a substance considered a poison, as in The leaves of that plant are poisonous.

    The adjective venomous is more narrowly applied to animals that produce venom, especially if they’re able to inject that venom as a way of actively defending themselves or preying on other animals.

    However, in the context of animals, the word poisonous is often used casually to mean the same thing as venomous, such as in terms like poisonous snakes, which is often used to distinguish such snakes from ones that don’t have venom.

    Although rare, it’s possible for an animal to be accurately described as both poisonous and venomous. The Asian tiger snake is one commonly cited example of this: it has a venomous bite, but it’s also poisonous because its body contains the poison from the poisonous toads that it eats.

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    “Venom” vs. “Poison”: Which One Is More Harmful To You? Here’s the obvious thing about poison and venom: you don’t want either one in your body. But after that, things can get confusing. Although the two words are sometimes used interchangeably in casual use, a distinction is made between them in scientific contexts. In this article, we’ll look at the key differences between poison and venom as well as the adjective forms poisonous and venomous, especially in the context of snakes, plants, and other living things. Quick summary The word poison can refer to any substance that is inherently harmful to a living thing—especially a substance that’s intended to be harmful. The word venom is more specific—it refers to a poisonous substance produced in the body of an animal and actively used to cause harm through injection, such as through a snake bite, a spider bite, or an insect sting. Venom is sometimes called poison in casual use, and animals that are venomous are sometimes casually described as poisonous, as in poisonous snakes. But in reference to organisms, there is a difference: poison is secreted through the skin or delivered through ingestion. What is the difference between poison vs. venom? The word poison can refer to any substance with an inherent property that makes it harmful or even deadly. The word is perhaps most often used to refer to substances that are intended to cause harm in this way, as in rat poison or The poison they used was a nerve agent. The word poison is also sometimes used to refer to naturally occurring toxic chemicals and substances, such as arsenic or cyanide (which can also be used intentionally to cause harm). It’s also sometimes used to refer to manufactured chemicals that aren’t intended to cause harm but can if ingested, such as bleach or other cleaners. The term venom is much more specific—it refers to a dangerous substance produced in the body of an animal, such as in some snakes, spiders, and wasps, and delivered via injection. Such animals may use venom as a way to defend themselves or as part of how they prey on other animals. Snakes are known for delivering venom via a bite, but some can spray or “spit” venom. Wasps and other insects can inject venom via stingers. Some jellyfish inject venom through barbed tentacles. The toxicity of venom varies widely. The effects of different venoms range from minor irritation to death. The toxic substances produced by some animals may be referred to as poison instead of venom. This is the case when the substance is simply secreted by the animal or stored inside its body (as in the poison-arrow frog), as opposed to being actively injected or sprayed. Animals aren’t the only living things that produce poisonous substances. Many plants contain substances that are toxic if they’re ingested or come into contact with skin, but such a substance is typically called a poison as opposed to a venom. Despite the technical distinction between the words, animal venom is sometimes generally referred to as poison. Another difference in how we use the words: unlike the word venom, poison is also commonly used as a verb. It can mean “to administer poison to (a person or animal)” or “to add poison to something,” as in She poisoned the soup. poisonous vs. venomous The adjective poisonous is used broadly to describe substances that are considered poisons. It may also be applied to things that contain a substance considered a poison, as in The leaves of that plant are poisonous. The adjective venomous is more narrowly applied to animals that produce venom, especially if they’re able to inject that venom as a way of actively defending themselves or preying on other animals. However, in the context of animals, the word poisonous is often used casually to mean the same thing as venomous, such as in terms like poisonous snakes, which is often used to distinguish such snakes from ones that don’t have venom. Although rare, it’s possible for an animal to be accurately described as both poisonous and venomous. The Asian tiger snake is one commonly cited example of this: it has a venomous bite, but it’s also poisonous because its body contains the poison from the poisonous toads that it eats. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Wow Yourself With Words With “Word” In Them

    We love all kinds of words: big words, small words, words with silent vowels, and even the word moist. With that in mind, we wanted to find words that feature the word word in them. Without getting too wordy, we managed to find words like foreword, afterword, and doubleword that fit our criterion of being a word with the word word in the word. Being the word-wise wordsmiths that we are, we wanted to spread the good word and share our fun list of words that include the word word.

    Cool off your hot word skills with these cool words about words.

    headword
    A headword is a word or phrase that appears as the heading of a dictionary, encyclopedia, or other reference work. For example, if you research the first president of the United States, the headword will most likely be George Washington.

    catchword
    A catchword is a word or phrase that someone uses so frequently that it becomes their slogan or a signature phrase associated with them. For example, comedian Stephen Colbert popularized his catchword “truthiness” when he hosted The Colbert Report.

    byword
    The term byword is used to mean a word or phrase that has become associated with a person or thing to the point that they are cited as a proverbial example of it. For example, the sentence The company has become a byword for success may be used to describe a profitable business. Byword is also used to mean “a proverb” or a synonym of the term household word to mean a name or phrase that many people know.

    Janus word
    A Janus word, also called a contranym, is a word that has opposite or nearly opposite meanings. For example, the Janus word scan can mean to briefly glance at something or to thoroughly analyze something. Fun fact: Janus words are named after the Roman god Janus, who had two heads that looked in opposite directions—much like a Janus word with its two opposite meanings.

    buzzword
    A buzzword is a word or phrase, often from a particular jargon, that becomes fashionable or trendy among a particular group or in popular culture. For example, the word synergy is a popular buzzword often used in business and marketing.

    code word
    A code word is a word or phrase that has a secret meaning that only a select few people know. For example, spies might agree to use the code word “red eagle” when they need to identify each other. The term code word is also often used to refer to a euphemism that is used in place of harsher language as in My mom said my room “needed some love,” which is code word for saying “my room is a huge mess.”

    nonword
    A nonword is a collection of letters that isn’t accepted as an actual word. For example, “definate” is not an English word; it is a nonword that is a common misspelling of the word definite.

    keyword
    A keyword is a major word in a sentence, passage, or document that typically reveals the central meaning or most important information. In technology, a keyword is a word or phrase typed into a search engine or reference software to search through content.

    password
    A password is a secret word or phrase that a person must recite in order to gain access to restricted areas, information, etc. For example, a door guard may only let people enter a fortress if they say the password “swordfish.” In computing, a password is a string of characters that a user must enter correctly in order to log into an account, use wireless internet, or otherwise bypass electronic security.

    guide word
    The term guide word is used as a synonym of headword to refer to a word or phrase used at the top of articles or entries in reference works.

    curse word
    A curse word, also known as a cussword or a dirty word, is a word that is considered to be profane or offensive. For example, the words ass, crap, and piss are some examples of English words that are usually considered to be curse words.

    kangaroo word
    The term kangaroo word refers to a word that contains its own synonym within it, spelled in the correct order. For example, the kangaroo word barren contains the word bare and the word catacomb contains the word tomb.

    ghost word
    A ghost word is a word that entered a language by mistake, such as a typo or translation error, rather than from actual linguistic use. For example, the word syllabus seems to have resulted from a misreading of Greek.

    Which ghost words haunt the dictionary?

    counterword
    A counterword is a word that has picked up a much looser meaning than it originally had. Counterwords have so many meanings and/or are used so generally that they are almost meaningless. Words like good, fine, gross, awful, cute, and nice are some examples of counterwords. (You know we have better synonyms for these, starting with nice.)

    loanword
    A loanword is a word from one language that is used in another with little or no changes in meaning or spelling. Some English words that are loanwords from other languages include incognito (Italian), schadenfreude (German), sushi (Japanese), and piñata (Spanish).

    weasel word
    A weasel word is a word that weakens a statement by making it sound more confusing, ambiguous, or noncommittal. For example, the word probably is an example of a weasel word in the sentence I’ll probably do better on my next math test.

    nonce word
    A nonce word is a word created for only one specific occasion. For example, the cartoon The Simpsons invented the word cromulent just for the sake of making a single joke about language. (That’s not the only word they created!)

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    Wow Yourself With Words With “Word” In Them We love all kinds of words: big words, small words, words with silent vowels, and even the word moist. With that in mind, we wanted to find words that feature the word word in them. Without getting too wordy, we managed to find words like foreword, afterword, and doubleword that fit our criterion of being a word with the word word in the word. Being the word-wise wordsmiths that we are, we wanted to spread the good word and share our fun list of words that include the word word. Cool off your hot word skills with these cool words about words. headword A headword is a word or phrase that appears as the heading of a dictionary, encyclopedia, or other reference work. For example, if you research the first president of the United States, the headword will most likely be George Washington. catchword A catchword is a word or phrase that someone uses so frequently that it becomes their slogan or a signature phrase associated with them. For example, comedian Stephen Colbert popularized his catchword “truthiness” when he hosted The Colbert Report. byword The term byword is used to mean a word or phrase that has become associated with a person or thing to the point that they are cited as a proverbial example of it. For example, the sentence The company has become a byword for success may be used to describe a profitable business. Byword is also used to mean “a proverb” or a synonym of the term household word to mean a name or phrase that many people know. Janus word A Janus word, also called a contranym, is a word that has opposite or nearly opposite meanings. For example, the Janus word scan can mean to briefly glance at something or to thoroughly analyze something. Fun fact: Janus words are named after the Roman god Janus, who had two heads that looked in opposite directions—much like a Janus word with its two opposite meanings. buzzword A buzzword is a word or phrase, often from a particular jargon, that becomes fashionable or trendy among a particular group or in popular culture. For example, the word synergy is a popular buzzword often used in business and marketing. code word A code word is a word or phrase that has a secret meaning that only a select few people know. For example, spies might agree to use the code word “red eagle” when they need to identify each other. The term code word is also often used to refer to a euphemism that is used in place of harsher language as in My mom said my room “needed some love,” which is code word for saying “my room is a huge mess.” nonword A nonword is a collection of letters that isn’t accepted as an actual word. For example, “definate” is not an English word; it is a nonword that is a common misspelling of the word definite. keyword A keyword is a major word in a sentence, passage, or document that typically reveals the central meaning or most important information. In technology, a keyword is a word or phrase typed into a search engine or reference software to search through content. password A password is a secret word or phrase that a person must recite in order to gain access to restricted areas, information, etc. For example, a door guard may only let people enter a fortress if they say the password “swordfish.” In computing, a password is a string of characters that a user must enter correctly in order to log into an account, use wireless internet, or otherwise bypass electronic security. guide word The term guide word is used as a synonym of headword to refer to a word or phrase used at the top of articles or entries in reference works. curse word A curse word, also known as a cussword or a dirty word, is a word that is considered to be profane or offensive. For example, the words ass, crap, and piss are some examples of English words that are usually considered to be curse words. kangaroo word The term kangaroo word refers to a word that contains its own synonym within it, spelled in the correct order. For example, the kangaroo word barren contains the word bare and the word catacomb contains the word tomb. ghost word A ghost word is a word that entered a language by mistake, such as a typo or translation error, rather than from actual linguistic use. For example, the word syllabus seems to have resulted from a misreading of Greek. Which ghost words haunt the dictionary? counterword A counterword is a word that has picked up a much looser meaning than it originally had. Counterwords have so many meanings and/or are used so generally that they are almost meaningless. Words like good, fine, gross, awful, cute, and nice are some examples of counterwords. (You know we have better synonyms for these, starting with nice.) loanword A loanword is a word from one language that is used in another with little or no changes in meaning or spelling. Some English words that are loanwords from other languages include incognito (Italian), schadenfreude (German), sushi (Japanese), and piñata (Spanish). weasel word A weasel word is a word that weakens a statement by making it sound more confusing, ambiguous, or noncommittal. For example, the word probably is an example of a weasel word in the sentence I’ll probably do better on my next math test. nonce word A nonce word is a word created for only one specific occasion. For example, the cartoon The Simpsons invented the word cromulent just for the sake of making a single joke about language. (That’s not the only word they created!) Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • ChatGPT ใช้น้ำเยอะเกินไปจนไม่พอดับไฟป่าแคลิฟอร์เนียจริงหรือ?

    ในช่วงที่เกิดไฟป่ารุนแรงในแคลิฟอร์เนีย ผู้ใช้โซเชียลมีเดียเริ่มมองหาผู้รับผิดชอบในการดับไฟป่า และมีการกล่าวโทษว่าโมเดล AI อย่าง ChatGPT ใช้น้ำเยอะเกินไปจนทำให้น้ำไม่พอดับไฟป่า โดยมีการรณรงค์ให้ชาวแคลิฟอร์เนียหยุดใช้งาน ChatGPT เพื่อประหยัดน้ำ

    การฝึกโมเดล AI ต้องใช้พลังประมวลผลมหาศาล ซึ่งทำให้เกิดความร้อนสูงและต้องใช้น้ำในการระบายความร้อน ตัวอย่างเช่น หากผู้ใช้ขอให้ ChatGPT เขียนอีเมล 1 ฉบับต่อสัปดาห์ เป็นเวลา 1 ปี ChatGPT จะใช้น้ำ 27 ลิตร และหากชาวอเมริกัน 1 ใน 10 คน หรือ 16 ล้านคนทำเช่นเดียวกันนี้ จะต้องใช้น้ำมากกว่า 435 ล้านลิตร

    อย่างไรก็ตาม ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านการจัดการน้ำในเขตเมืองออกความเห็นว่า การใช้น้ำของ AI ไม่ใช่ตัวการทำให้มีน้ำไม่พอดับไฟ แต่เป็นเพราะระบบน้ำที่มีอยู่ไม่ได้ถูกออกแบบมาเพื่อรับมือภัยพิบัติระดับนี้ เหตุไฟไหม้ป่าลอสแองเจลิส แคลิฟอร์เนีย ถือว่ารุนแรงที่สุดในประวัติศาสตร์ของเมือง โดยมีผู้เสียชีวิตอย่างน้อย 25 คน และพื้นที่เสียหายกว่า 40,000 เอเคอร์

    ChatGPT รวมถึงโมเดล AI อื่นๆ มีรอยเท้าคาร์บอนจำนวนมาก ซึ่งส่งผลต่อการเปลี่ยนแปลงสภาพภูมิอากาศ ทำให้เกิดสภาพอากาศแห้งแล้งและอุณหภูมิที่สูงขึ้น ซึ่งเป็นปัจจัยที่ทำให้เกิดไฟป่าและลุกลามรวดเร็วเมื่อผนวกกับลมแรง

    การใช้น้ำของ ChatGPT และโมเดล AI อื่นๆ เป็นเรื่องที่น่ากังวล แต่ไม่ใช่สาเหตุหลักที่ทำให้เกิดไฟป่าและน้ำไม่พอดับไฟ ผู้เชี่ยวชาญแนะนำว่าการย้ายศูนย์ข้อมูลไปยังพื้นที่ที่อากาศหนาวเย็นกว่าเดิม หรือการใช้เทคโนโลยีการหล่อเย็นแบบจุ่ม (immersion cooling) อาจช่วยลดการใช้น้ำได้

    ในขณะที่นักรณรงค์บนโซเชียลมีเดียบอกว่า หากอยากประหยัดน้ำจริง หยุดใช้ ChatGPT คงไม่พอ คงต้องหยุดใช้โมเดล AI อื่นๆ ด้วย เช่น Claude, Grok, Gemini, Copilot, Midjourney, Leonardo, DALL-E, Firefly, ElevenLabs, Shortwave, Runway, Mem, Suno, Jasper, Notion, Bard, Alphacode, MetaAI, Wordtune และ Stable Diffusion

    การจัดการน้ำในแคลิฟอร์เนียยังคงเป็นปัญหาที่ต้องการการแก้ไขอย่างเร่งด่วน โดยเฉพาะในช่วงที่เกิดภัยพิบัติระดับใหญ่เช่นนี้

    ขอบคุณบทความจากเวบ Thairath ครับ

    https://plus.thairath.co.th/topic/politics&society/105099
    ChatGPT ใช้น้ำเยอะเกินไปจนไม่พอดับไฟป่าแคลิฟอร์เนียจริงหรือ? ในช่วงที่เกิดไฟป่ารุนแรงในแคลิฟอร์เนีย ผู้ใช้โซเชียลมีเดียเริ่มมองหาผู้รับผิดชอบในการดับไฟป่า และมีการกล่าวโทษว่าโมเดล AI อย่าง ChatGPT ใช้น้ำเยอะเกินไปจนทำให้น้ำไม่พอดับไฟป่า โดยมีการรณรงค์ให้ชาวแคลิฟอร์เนียหยุดใช้งาน ChatGPT เพื่อประหยัดน้ำ การฝึกโมเดล AI ต้องใช้พลังประมวลผลมหาศาล ซึ่งทำให้เกิดความร้อนสูงและต้องใช้น้ำในการระบายความร้อน ตัวอย่างเช่น หากผู้ใช้ขอให้ ChatGPT เขียนอีเมล 1 ฉบับต่อสัปดาห์ เป็นเวลา 1 ปี ChatGPT จะใช้น้ำ 27 ลิตร และหากชาวอเมริกัน 1 ใน 10 คน หรือ 16 ล้านคนทำเช่นเดียวกันนี้ จะต้องใช้น้ำมากกว่า 435 ล้านลิตร อย่างไรก็ตาม ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านการจัดการน้ำในเขตเมืองออกความเห็นว่า การใช้น้ำของ AI ไม่ใช่ตัวการทำให้มีน้ำไม่พอดับไฟ แต่เป็นเพราะระบบน้ำที่มีอยู่ไม่ได้ถูกออกแบบมาเพื่อรับมือภัยพิบัติระดับนี้ เหตุไฟไหม้ป่าลอสแองเจลิส แคลิฟอร์เนีย ถือว่ารุนแรงที่สุดในประวัติศาสตร์ของเมือง โดยมีผู้เสียชีวิตอย่างน้อย 25 คน และพื้นที่เสียหายกว่า 40,000 เอเคอร์ ChatGPT รวมถึงโมเดล AI อื่นๆ มีรอยเท้าคาร์บอนจำนวนมาก ซึ่งส่งผลต่อการเปลี่ยนแปลงสภาพภูมิอากาศ ทำให้เกิดสภาพอากาศแห้งแล้งและอุณหภูมิที่สูงขึ้น ซึ่งเป็นปัจจัยที่ทำให้เกิดไฟป่าและลุกลามรวดเร็วเมื่อผนวกกับลมแรง การใช้น้ำของ ChatGPT และโมเดล AI อื่นๆ เป็นเรื่องที่น่ากังวล แต่ไม่ใช่สาเหตุหลักที่ทำให้เกิดไฟป่าและน้ำไม่พอดับไฟ ผู้เชี่ยวชาญแนะนำว่าการย้ายศูนย์ข้อมูลไปยังพื้นที่ที่อากาศหนาวเย็นกว่าเดิม หรือการใช้เทคโนโลยีการหล่อเย็นแบบจุ่ม (immersion cooling) อาจช่วยลดการใช้น้ำได้ ในขณะที่นักรณรงค์บนโซเชียลมีเดียบอกว่า หากอยากประหยัดน้ำจริง หยุดใช้ ChatGPT คงไม่พอ คงต้องหยุดใช้โมเดล AI อื่นๆ ด้วย เช่น Claude, Grok, Gemini, Copilot, Midjourney, Leonardo, DALL-E, Firefly, ElevenLabs, Shortwave, Runway, Mem, Suno, Jasper, Notion, Bard, Alphacode, MetaAI, Wordtune และ Stable Diffusion การจัดการน้ำในแคลิฟอร์เนียยังคงเป็นปัญหาที่ต้องการการแก้ไขอย่างเร่งด่วน โดยเฉพาะในช่วงที่เกิดภัยพิบัติระดับใหญ่เช่นนี้ ขอบคุณบทความจากเวบ Thairath ครับ https://plus.thairath.co.th/topic/politics&society/105099
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  • ช่องโหว่ในปลั๊กอิน W3 Total Cache ทำให้เว็บไซต์ WordPress กว่า 1 ล้านแห่งเสี่ยงต่อการถูกโจมตี

    นักวิจัยด้านความปลอดภัยได้ค้นพบช่องโหว่ร้ายแรงในปลั๊กอิน W3 Total Cache ที่ติดตั้งบนเว็บไซต์ WordPress กว่า 1 ล้านแห่ง ช่องโหว่นี้สามารถเปิดโอกาสให้ผู้โจมตีเข้าถึงข้อมูลต่าง ๆ รวมถึงเมตาดาต้าของแอปพลิเคชันบนคลาวด์

    ปลั๊กอิน W3 Total Cache ใช้เทคนิคการแคชหลายรูปแบบเพื่อเพิ่มความเร็วของเว็บไซต์ ลดเวลาในการโหลด และปรับปรุงอันดับ SEO ของเว็บไซต์ ช่องโหว่นี้ถูกติดตามในชื่อ CVE-2024-12365 แม้ว่านักพัฒนาจะออกแพตช์แก้ไขในเวอร์ชันล่าสุด 2.8.2 แต่ยังมีเว็บไซต์หลายแสนแห่งที่ยังไม่ได้ติดตั้งเวอร์ชันที่แก้ไขแล้ว

    ปัญหานี้เกิดจากการขาดการตรวจสอบความสามารถในฟังก์ชัน 'is_w3tc_admin_page' ในทุกเวอร์ชันจนถึงเวอร์ชันล่าสุด 2.8.2 ช่องโหว่นี้ทำให้สามารถเข้าถึงค่า nonce ของปลั๊กอินและดำเนินการที่ไม่ได้รับอนุญาตได้ การโจมตีช่องโหว่นี้เป็นไปได้หากผู้โจมตีมีการยืนยันตัวตนและมีสิทธิ์ระดับ subscriber ซึ่งเป็นเงื่อนไขที่ง่ายต่อการบรรลุ

    ความเสี่ยงหลักที่เกิดจากการโจมตี CVE-2024-12365 ได้แก่:
    - Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF): ทำให้สามารถส่งคำขอเว็บที่อาจเปิดเผยข้อมูลที่ละเอียดอ่อน รวมถึงเมตาดาต้าของแอปพลิเคชันบนคลาวด์
    - การเปิดเผยข้อมูล
    - การใช้บริการเกินขีดจำกัด: ทำให้ประสิทธิภาพของเว็บไซต์ลดลงและเพิ่มค่าใช้จ่าย

    ผู้โจมตีสามารถใช้โครงสร้างพื้นฐานของเว็บไซต์เพื่อส่งคำขอไปยังบริการอื่น ๆ และใช้ข้อมูลที่รวบรวมได้เพื่อดำเนินการโจมตีเพิ่มเติม

    การดำเนินการที่ดีที่สุดสำหรับผู้ใช้ที่ได้รับผลกระทบคือการอัปเกรดเป็นเวอร์ชันล่าสุดของ W3 Total Cache เวอร์ชัน 2.8.2 ซึ่งแก้ไขช่องโหว่นี้แล้ว สถิติการดาวน์โหลดจาก wordpress.orgแสดงให้เห็นว่ามีเว็บไซต์ประมาณ 150,000 แห่งที่ติดตั้งปลั๊กอินหลังจากนักพัฒนาออกอัปเดตล่าสุด ทำให้ยังมีเว็บไซต์ WordPress หลายแสนแห่งที่ยังคงเสี่ยงต่อการถูกโจมตี

    คำแนะนำทั่วไปสำหรับเจ้าของเว็บไซต์คือหลีกเลี่ยงการติดตั้งปลั๊กอินมากเกินไปและลบผลิตภัณฑ์ที่ไม่จำเป็นออก นอกจากนี้ ไฟร์วอลล์แอปพลิเคชันเว็บยังสามารถช่วยระบุและบล็อกความพยายามในการโจมตีได้

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/w3-total-cache-plugin-flaw-exposes-1-million-wordpress-sites-to-attacks/
    ช่องโหว่ในปลั๊กอิน W3 Total Cache ทำให้เว็บไซต์ WordPress กว่า 1 ล้านแห่งเสี่ยงต่อการถูกโจมตี นักวิจัยด้านความปลอดภัยได้ค้นพบช่องโหว่ร้ายแรงในปลั๊กอิน W3 Total Cache ที่ติดตั้งบนเว็บไซต์ WordPress กว่า 1 ล้านแห่ง ช่องโหว่นี้สามารถเปิดโอกาสให้ผู้โจมตีเข้าถึงข้อมูลต่าง ๆ รวมถึงเมตาดาต้าของแอปพลิเคชันบนคลาวด์ ปลั๊กอิน W3 Total Cache ใช้เทคนิคการแคชหลายรูปแบบเพื่อเพิ่มความเร็วของเว็บไซต์ ลดเวลาในการโหลด และปรับปรุงอันดับ SEO ของเว็บไซต์ ช่องโหว่นี้ถูกติดตามในชื่อ CVE-2024-12365 แม้ว่านักพัฒนาจะออกแพตช์แก้ไขในเวอร์ชันล่าสุด 2.8.2 แต่ยังมีเว็บไซต์หลายแสนแห่งที่ยังไม่ได้ติดตั้งเวอร์ชันที่แก้ไขแล้ว ปัญหานี้เกิดจากการขาดการตรวจสอบความสามารถในฟังก์ชัน 'is_w3tc_admin_page' ในทุกเวอร์ชันจนถึงเวอร์ชันล่าสุด 2.8.2 ช่องโหว่นี้ทำให้สามารถเข้าถึงค่า nonce ของปลั๊กอินและดำเนินการที่ไม่ได้รับอนุญาตได้ การโจมตีช่องโหว่นี้เป็นไปได้หากผู้โจมตีมีการยืนยันตัวตนและมีสิทธิ์ระดับ subscriber ซึ่งเป็นเงื่อนไขที่ง่ายต่อการบรรลุ ความเสี่ยงหลักที่เกิดจากการโจมตี CVE-2024-12365 ได้แก่: - Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF): ทำให้สามารถส่งคำขอเว็บที่อาจเปิดเผยข้อมูลที่ละเอียดอ่อน รวมถึงเมตาดาต้าของแอปพลิเคชันบนคลาวด์ - การเปิดเผยข้อมูล - การใช้บริการเกินขีดจำกัด: ทำให้ประสิทธิภาพของเว็บไซต์ลดลงและเพิ่มค่าใช้จ่าย ผู้โจมตีสามารถใช้โครงสร้างพื้นฐานของเว็บไซต์เพื่อส่งคำขอไปยังบริการอื่น ๆ และใช้ข้อมูลที่รวบรวมได้เพื่อดำเนินการโจมตีเพิ่มเติม การดำเนินการที่ดีที่สุดสำหรับผู้ใช้ที่ได้รับผลกระทบคือการอัปเกรดเป็นเวอร์ชันล่าสุดของ W3 Total Cache เวอร์ชัน 2.8.2 ซึ่งแก้ไขช่องโหว่นี้แล้ว สถิติการดาวน์โหลดจาก wordpress.orgแสดงให้เห็นว่ามีเว็บไซต์ประมาณ 150,000 แห่งที่ติดตั้งปลั๊กอินหลังจากนักพัฒนาออกอัปเดตล่าสุด ทำให้ยังมีเว็บไซต์ WordPress หลายแสนแห่งที่ยังคงเสี่ยงต่อการถูกโจมตี คำแนะนำทั่วไปสำหรับเจ้าของเว็บไซต์คือหลีกเลี่ยงการติดตั้งปลั๊กอินมากเกินไปและลบผลิตภัณฑ์ที่ไม่จำเป็นออก นอกจากนี้ ไฟร์วอลล์แอปพลิเคชันเว็บยังสามารถช่วยระบุและบล็อกความพยายามในการโจมตีได้ https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/w3-total-cache-plugin-flaw-exposes-1-million-wordpress-sites-to-attacks/
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    W3 Total Cache plugin flaw exposes 1 million WordPress sites to attacks
    A severe flaw in the W3 Total Cache plugin installed on more than one million WordPress sites could give attackers access to various information, including metadata on cloud-based apps.
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  • กลุ่มแฮกเกอร์ใหม่ที่เรียกว่า "Belsen Group" ได้เผยแพร่ไฟล์การตั้งค่า, ที่อยู่ IP และข้อมูลรับรอง VPN ของอุปกรณ์ FortiGate กว่า 15,000 เครื่องบนเว็บมืด ทำให้ข้อมูลทางเทคนิคที่สำคัญถูกเปิดเผยต่ออาชญากรไซเบอร์อื่น ๆ

    ข้อมูลที่ถูกเผยแพร่ประกอบด้วยไฟล์การตั้งค่า (configuration.conf) และไฟล์รหัสผ่าน VPN (vpn-passwords.txt) ซึ่งบางส่วนมีรหัสผ่านที่เป็นข้อความธรรมดา ข้อมูลเหล่านี้ยังมีข้อมูลสำคัญ เช่น กุญแจส่วนตัวและกฎของไฟร์วอลล์

    การรั่วไหลนี้เชื่อมโยงกับช่องโหว่ CVE-2022-40684 ที่ถูกใช้ในการโจมตีก่อนที่จะมีการแก้ไขในปี 2022 โดย Fortinet ได้เตือนว่าผู้โจมตีใช้ช่องโหว่นี้เพื่อดาวน์โหลดไฟล์การตั้งค่าจากอุปกรณ์ FortiGate และเพิ่มบัญชีผู้ดูแลระบบที่เป็นอันตราย

    แม้ว่าข้อมูลการตั้งค่าเหล่านี้จะถูกเก็บรวบรวมในปี 2022 แต่ยังคงเปิดเผยข้อมูลที่สำคัญเกี่ยวกับการป้องกันเครือข่าย เช่น กฎของไฟร์วอลล์และข้อมูลรับรองที่ควรเปลี่ยนทันทีหากยังไม่ได้เปลี่ยน

    Kevin Beaumont ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านความปลอดภัยทางไซเบอร์กล่าวว่าเขาวางแผนที่จะเผยแพร่รายการที่อยู่ IP ในการรั่วไหลนี้เพื่อให้ผู้ดูแลระบบ FortiGate สามารถตรวจสอบว่าตนเองได้รับผลกระทบหรือไม่

    การรั่วไหลนี้เป็นการเตือนให้ผู้ใช้ตรวจสอบและอัปเดตระบบของตนอย่างสม่ำเสมอเพื่อป้องกันการโจมตีที่อาจเกิดขึ้นจากช่องโหว่ในซอฟต์แวร์

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-leak-configs-and-vpn-credentials-for-15-000-fortigate-devices/
    กลุ่มแฮกเกอร์ใหม่ที่เรียกว่า "Belsen Group" ได้เผยแพร่ไฟล์การตั้งค่า, ที่อยู่ IP และข้อมูลรับรอง VPN ของอุปกรณ์ FortiGate กว่า 15,000 เครื่องบนเว็บมืด ทำให้ข้อมูลทางเทคนิคที่สำคัญถูกเปิดเผยต่ออาชญากรไซเบอร์อื่น ๆ ข้อมูลที่ถูกเผยแพร่ประกอบด้วยไฟล์การตั้งค่า (configuration.conf) และไฟล์รหัสผ่าน VPN (vpn-passwords.txt) ซึ่งบางส่วนมีรหัสผ่านที่เป็นข้อความธรรมดา ข้อมูลเหล่านี้ยังมีข้อมูลสำคัญ เช่น กุญแจส่วนตัวและกฎของไฟร์วอลล์ การรั่วไหลนี้เชื่อมโยงกับช่องโหว่ CVE-2022-40684 ที่ถูกใช้ในการโจมตีก่อนที่จะมีการแก้ไขในปี 2022 โดย Fortinet ได้เตือนว่าผู้โจมตีใช้ช่องโหว่นี้เพื่อดาวน์โหลดไฟล์การตั้งค่าจากอุปกรณ์ FortiGate และเพิ่มบัญชีผู้ดูแลระบบที่เป็นอันตราย แม้ว่าข้อมูลการตั้งค่าเหล่านี้จะถูกเก็บรวบรวมในปี 2022 แต่ยังคงเปิดเผยข้อมูลที่สำคัญเกี่ยวกับการป้องกันเครือข่าย เช่น กฎของไฟร์วอลล์และข้อมูลรับรองที่ควรเปลี่ยนทันทีหากยังไม่ได้เปลี่ยน Kevin Beaumont ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านความปลอดภัยทางไซเบอร์กล่าวว่าเขาวางแผนที่จะเผยแพร่รายการที่อยู่ IP ในการรั่วไหลนี้เพื่อให้ผู้ดูแลระบบ FortiGate สามารถตรวจสอบว่าตนเองได้รับผลกระทบหรือไม่ การรั่วไหลนี้เป็นการเตือนให้ผู้ใช้ตรวจสอบและอัปเดตระบบของตนอย่างสม่ำเสมอเพื่อป้องกันการโจมตีที่อาจเกิดขึ้นจากช่องโหว่ในซอฟต์แวร์ https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-leak-configs-and-vpn-credentials-for-15-000-fortigate-devices/
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    Hackers leak configs and VPN credentials for 15,000 FortiGate devices
    A new hacking group has leaked the configuration files, IP addresses, and VPN credentials for over 15,000 FortiGate devices for free on the dark web, exposing a great deal of sensitive technical information to other cybercriminals.
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    เสี่ยวหงซู (Xiaohongshu) แอปพลิเคชันโซเชียลมีเดียของจีน ทะยานขึ้นมาอยู่อันดับหนึ่งในแอปสโตร์ (App Store) ของแอปเปิล และเพลย์ สโตร์ (Play Store) ของกูเกิล เมื่อวันจันทร์ (13 ม.ค.) หลังจากคำสั่งแบนติ๊กต็อก (TikTok) ที่เกิดขึ้นในสหรัฐฯและTikTokในสหรัฐจะยุติวันอาทิตย์ที่ 19 มกราคมนี้ 
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    รายงานระบุว่า “เสี่ยวหงซู” ได้รับความนิยมพุ่งพรวดในหมู่ผู้ใช้ชาวอเมริกัน หลังจากติ๊กต็อกเผชิญความเสี่ยงจะถูกแบนวันที่ 19 ม.ค. 2025 นี้ โดยเสี่ยวหงซูได้กลายเป็นสวรรค์สำหรับนักคอนเทนต์และผู้ใช้ชาวอเมริกันซึ่งกำลังมองหาแพลตฟอร์มทางเลือกอื่นมาแทนติ๊กต็อก
    .
    กระแสความนิยมอันรวดเร็วของเสี่ยวหงซูเห็นได้ชัดเจนหลังศาลสูงสุดสหรัฐฯ ต้องตัดสินกรณีการบังคับใช้กฎหมายซึ่งอาจทำให้ติ๊กต็อกถูกแบน หรือบีบให้ไบต์แดนซ์ (ByteDance) บริษัทแม่ของติ๊กต็อกของจีน ต้องจำหน่ายกิจการให้กับบริษัทสัญชาติอเมริกา ความไม่แน่นอนทางกฎหมายครั้งนี้ส่งผลผู้ใช้ติ๊กต็อกจำนวนมากมองหาแพลตฟอร์มทางเลือกอื่น ซึ่งมีเสี่ยวหงซูกลายมาเป็นตัวเลือกยอดนิยม

    สำหรับแอปXiaohongshu หรือ Little Red Book เป็นแพลตฟอร์มโซเชียลมีเดียที่น่าสนใจไม่แพ้ Douyin เพราะเป็นแพลตฟอร์มไลฟ์สไตล์ที่เน้นเรื่องการรีวิวที่เที่ยว ที่กิน และของช้อปปิ้งโดยเฉพาะ 

    Xiaohongshu มีผู้ใช้มากกว่า 500 ล้านคน ส่วนมากเป็นกลุ่มคนจีนรุ่นใหม่ โดยเฉพาะผู้หญิงอายุ 20-35 ปี ที่ชอบช้อปปิ้ง ท่องเที่ยว และบิวตี้ เน้นฟีเจอร์โพสท์รีวิว โดยต่างกับ instagram ตรงที่ ผู้ใช้ไม่จำเป็นต้อง follow ใคร ก็สามารถที่จะมองเห็นโพสต์รีวิวต่างๆได้ ตามความสนใจของผู้ใช้ ดังนั้นโพสต์รีวิวสินค้าและบริการสามารถที่จะได้รับการมองเห็นได้หากมี keywords และติด hashtag ที่ตรงกับความสนใจ

    แม้ว่าแพลตฟอร์มของ Xiaohongshu จะเป็นภาษาจีนกลางเกือบทั้งหมด แต่ก็ดูเหมือนจะไม่สามารถหยุดยั้งชาวอเมริกันหนุ่มสาวรุ่นใหม่ที่อยากค้นหาจีนที่แท้จริงในปัจจุบัน แทนที่จะค้นพบสิ่งที่สื่อตะวันตกนำเสนอ ยุคแห่งการโฆษณาชวนเชื่อและการบิดเบือนข้อมูลกำลังจะสิ้นสุดลงในที่สุด

    ล่าสุด สำนักงานใหญ่ XIAOHONGSHU หรือ  RedNote ในเซี่ยงไฮ้ได้ออกประกาศรับสมัครผู้ดูแลเนื้อหาในจีนที่สามารถใช้ภาษาอังกฤษอย่างดี เพื่อขยายฐานผู้ใช้สากล
    แอปจีน Litle Rednote หรือXiaohongshu กำลังขโมยหัวใจชาวอเมริกัน เสี่ยวหงซู (Xiaohongshu) แอปพลิเคชันโซเชียลมีเดียของจีน ทะยานขึ้นมาอยู่อันดับหนึ่งในแอปสโตร์ (App Store) ของแอปเปิล และเพลย์ สโตร์ (Play Store) ของกูเกิล เมื่อวันจันทร์ (13 ม.ค.) หลังจากคำสั่งแบนติ๊กต็อก (TikTok) ที่เกิดขึ้นในสหรัฐฯและTikTokในสหรัฐจะยุติวันอาทิตย์ที่ 19 มกราคมนี้  . รายงานระบุว่า “เสี่ยวหงซู” ได้รับความนิยมพุ่งพรวดในหมู่ผู้ใช้ชาวอเมริกัน หลังจากติ๊กต็อกเผชิญความเสี่ยงจะถูกแบนวันที่ 19 ม.ค. 2025 นี้ โดยเสี่ยวหงซูได้กลายเป็นสวรรค์สำหรับนักคอนเทนต์และผู้ใช้ชาวอเมริกันซึ่งกำลังมองหาแพลตฟอร์มทางเลือกอื่นมาแทนติ๊กต็อก . กระแสความนิยมอันรวดเร็วของเสี่ยวหงซูเห็นได้ชัดเจนหลังศาลสูงสุดสหรัฐฯ ต้องตัดสินกรณีการบังคับใช้กฎหมายซึ่งอาจทำให้ติ๊กต็อกถูกแบน หรือบีบให้ไบต์แดนซ์ (ByteDance) บริษัทแม่ของติ๊กต็อกของจีน ต้องจำหน่ายกิจการให้กับบริษัทสัญชาติอเมริกา ความไม่แน่นอนทางกฎหมายครั้งนี้ส่งผลผู้ใช้ติ๊กต็อกจำนวนมากมองหาแพลตฟอร์มทางเลือกอื่น ซึ่งมีเสี่ยวหงซูกลายมาเป็นตัวเลือกยอดนิยม สำหรับแอปXiaohongshu หรือ Little Red Book เป็นแพลตฟอร์มโซเชียลมีเดียที่น่าสนใจไม่แพ้ Douyin เพราะเป็นแพลตฟอร์มไลฟ์สไตล์ที่เน้นเรื่องการรีวิวที่เที่ยว ที่กิน และของช้อปปิ้งโดยเฉพาะ  Xiaohongshu มีผู้ใช้มากกว่า 500 ล้านคน ส่วนมากเป็นกลุ่มคนจีนรุ่นใหม่ โดยเฉพาะผู้หญิงอายุ 20-35 ปี ที่ชอบช้อปปิ้ง ท่องเที่ยว และบิวตี้ เน้นฟีเจอร์โพสท์รีวิว โดยต่างกับ instagram ตรงที่ ผู้ใช้ไม่จำเป็นต้อง follow ใคร ก็สามารถที่จะมองเห็นโพสต์รีวิวต่างๆได้ ตามความสนใจของผู้ใช้ ดังนั้นโพสต์รีวิวสินค้าและบริการสามารถที่จะได้รับการมองเห็นได้หากมี keywords และติด hashtag ที่ตรงกับความสนใจ แม้ว่าแพลตฟอร์มของ Xiaohongshu จะเป็นภาษาจีนกลางเกือบทั้งหมด แต่ก็ดูเหมือนจะไม่สามารถหยุดยั้งชาวอเมริกันหนุ่มสาวรุ่นใหม่ที่อยากค้นหาจีนที่แท้จริงในปัจจุบัน แทนที่จะค้นพบสิ่งที่สื่อตะวันตกนำเสนอ ยุคแห่งการโฆษณาชวนเชื่อและการบิดเบือนข้อมูลกำลังจะสิ้นสุดลงในที่สุด ล่าสุด สำนักงานใหญ่ XIAOHONGSHU หรือ  RedNote ในเซี่ยงไฮ้ได้ออกประกาศรับสมัครผู้ดูแลเนื้อหาในจีนที่สามารถใช้ภาษาอังกฤษอย่างดี เพื่อขยายฐานผู้ใช้สากล
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    In recent hours, Hamas has been meticulously scrutinizing every word in the agreement—not only the words and minor details but also the placement of each word in a sentence, its various interpretations, and its intended meaning, to ensure they are not deceived or manipulated.
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    Deno Land และสมาชิกชุมชน JS ที่มีชื่อเสียงอื่น ๆ ได้ยื่นคำร้องต่อสำนักงานสิทธิบัตรและเครื่องหมายการค้าของสหรัฐฯ (USPTO) เพื่อขอให้ยกเลิกเครื่องหมายการค้านี้ Oracle ต้องตอบคำร้องนี้อย่างเป็นทางการภายในวันที่ 3 กุมภาพันธ์ แต่การต่อสู้ทางกฎหมายอาจดำเนินต่อไปจนถึงปี 2026 เว้นแต่ Oracle จะยอมแพ้

    Deno อ้างว่า Oracle ไม่ได้มีส่วนร่วมในการพัฒนา JavaScript และใช้ภาพหน้าจอของโครงการโอเพ่นซอร์ส Node.js อย่างผิดกฎหมายเพื่อพิสูจน์การเป็นเจ้าของเครื่องหมายการค้า การต่อสู้ทางกฎหมายนี้อาจกลายเป็นการดึงเชือกที่ยุ่งยากในอุตสาหกรรมเทคโนโลยี เช่นเดียวกับการต่อสู้ระหว่าง Automattic และ WP Engine เกี่ยวกับการเป็นเจ้าของ WordPress

    https://www.techspot.com/news/106351-oracle-wont-relinquish-javascript-trademark-js-community-prepares.html
    Oracle ยังคงยืนยันการถือครองเครื่องหมายการค้า JavaScript ทำให้ชุมชนผู้พัฒนา JavaScript เตรียมพร้อมสำหรับการต่อสู้ทางกฎหมาย Oracle อ้างสิทธิ์การเป็นเจ้าของเครื่องหมายการค้านี้ แต่บริษัทจะต้องปกป้องตำแหน่งของตนในศาล เนื่องจากชุมชนผู้พัฒนาโต้แย้งว่าเครื่องหมายการค้านี้ควรถูกยกเลิก Deno Land และสมาชิกชุมชน JS ที่มีชื่อเสียงอื่น ๆ ได้ยื่นคำร้องต่อสำนักงานสิทธิบัตรและเครื่องหมายการค้าของสหรัฐฯ (USPTO) เพื่อขอให้ยกเลิกเครื่องหมายการค้านี้ Oracle ต้องตอบคำร้องนี้อย่างเป็นทางการภายในวันที่ 3 กุมภาพันธ์ แต่การต่อสู้ทางกฎหมายอาจดำเนินต่อไปจนถึงปี 2026 เว้นแต่ Oracle จะยอมแพ้ Deno อ้างว่า Oracle ไม่ได้มีส่วนร่วมในการพัฒนา JavaScript และใช้ภาพหน้าจอของโครงการโอเพ่นซอร์ส Node.js อย่างผิดกฎหมายเพื่อพิสูจน์การเป็นเจ้าของเครื่องหมายการค้า การต่อสู้ทางกฎหมายนี้อาจกลายเป็นการดึงเชือกที่ยุ่งยากในอุตสาหกรรมเทคโนโลยี เช่นเดียวกับการต่อสู้ระหว่าง Automattic และ WP Engine เกี่ยวกับการเป็นเจ้าของ WordPress https://www.techspot.com/news/106351-oracle-wont-relinquish-javascript-trademark-js-community-prepares.html
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    Oracle won't relinquish JavaScript trademark, so the JS community prepares for court battle
    The initial attempt to cancel Oracle's ownership of the "JavaScript" trademark was unsuccessful. Deno Land and other prominent JS community members recently petitioned the United States Patent...
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  • ไต้หวันมีแผนประจำการระบบป้องกันขีปนาวุธใหม่ล้ำสมัยจากสหรัฐฯ ในช่วงปลายปีนี้ จากคำแถลงของกระทรวงกลาโหม ตามรายงานข่าวของไทเปนิวส์ พร้อมระบุว่า ระบบขีปนาวุธยิงจากภาคพื้นสู่อากาศล้ำสมัย NASAMS จะถูกติดตั้งในตำแหน่งต่างๆ ที่มีความสำคัญทางยุทธศาสตร์ทางเหนือของเกาะ ในนั้นรวมถึงเขตซงซานของไทเป และเขตตั้นสุ่ย ในนิวไทเป
    .
    NASAMS ระบบป้องกันภัยทางอากาศพิสัยกลางที่ผลิตโดยบริษัทสัญชาตินอร์เวย์ สามารถใช้จัดการกับเครื่องบิน อากาศยานไร้คนขับและขีปนาวุธร่อน มันเป็นระบบที่บูรณาการเทคโนโลยีเรดาร์ล้ำสมัยเข้ากับระบบเชื่อมโยงข้อมูลทางยุทธวิธีทางทหาร สำหรับตอบโต้ภัยคุกคามทางอากาศต่างๆ
    .
    สำนักงานความร่วมมือด้านการป้องกันประเทศและความมั่นคงแห่งชาติสหรัฐฯ (DSCA) อนุมัติขายระบบ NASAMS จำนวน 3 ชุด แก่ไต้หวัน ส่วนหนึ่งในแพกเกจอาวุธ 2,000 ล้านดอลลาร์ ที่แถลงออกมาเมื่อเดือนตุลาคมปีก่อน ซึ่งถือเป็นการอนุมัติขายอาวุธแก่ไต้หวันเป็นครั้งที่ 17 ภายใต้รัฐบาลของประธานาธิบดีโจ ไบเดน
    .
    กระทรวงกลาโหมไต้หวันระบุว่า การประจำการอาวุธดังกล่าว เป็นส่วนหนึ่งในความพยายามเสริมความเข้มแข็งแก่ศักยภาพด้านการป้องกันตนเอง ตอบสนองต่อความเคลื่อนไหวทางทหารที่เพิ่มขึ้นของจีน ในบริเวณช่องแคบไต้หวัน ทั้งนี้ NASAMS จะช่วยเสริมระบบป้องกันภัยทางอากาศต่างๆ ที่ไต้หวันมีอยู่ในปัจจุบัน ในนั้นรวมถึง Sky Sword II และ Sky Bow รวมไปถึงระบบขีปนาวุธล้ำสมัยแพทริออต PAC-3
    .
    นอกจากนี้ ไต้หวันยังลงนามสำหรับจัดหาระบบเรดาร์ electronic array แบบทั้ง L-band และไม่ใช่ L-band ซึ่งออกแบบมาเพื่อปรับปรุงอัตราการตรวจจับและต่อต้านการส่งสัญญาณรบกวน ระบบเรดาร์นี้จะถูกกระจายไปทั่วเกาะ มอบการป้องกันอย่างครอบคลุม ในขณะที่มีรายงานว่าทางกระทรวงจัดสรรงบประมาณสำหรับสัญญาณซื้อ NASAMS และเรดาร์ ไว้ที่ 737 ล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ
    .
    คำแถลงนี้มีขึ้นท่ามกลางสถานการณ์ความตึงเครียดขั้่นสูงระหว่างปักกิ่งและไทเป เกี่ยวกับสถานะทางการเมืองของไต้หวัน โดยจีนมองเกาะปกครองตนเองตามระบอบประชาธิปไตยแห่งนี้เป็นมณฑลหนึ่งของพวกเขาที่แยกตัวออกไป และประกาศจะทำการร่วมชาติกับไต้หวัน ในนั้นรวมถึงการใช้กำลังถ้าจำเป็น อย่างไรก็ตาม ไทเปปฏิเสธคำกล่าวอ้างของปักกิ่ง และยืนยันเกี่ยวกับอธิปไตยของตนเอง
    .
    รัฐบาลในไทเปประณามเกี่ยวกับการซ้อมรบทางทหารของปักกิ่งใกล้เกาะแห่งนี้ ที่ชักถี่ขึ้นในช่วงหลัง ว่าเป็นการยั่วยุและบ่อนทำลายเสถียรภาพในภูมิภาค
    .
    แม้สหรัฐฯ ยึดถืออย่างเป็นทางการต่อนโยบายจีนเดียว รับรองคำกล่าวอ้างของปักกิ่งที่มีเหนือไต้หวัน แต่พวกเขายังคงเดินหน้าขายอาวุธแก่เกาะแห่งนี้อย่างต่อเนื่อง โดยก่อนหน้านี้เมื่อเดือนธันวาคม อเมริกาเพิ่งอนุมัติร่างกฎหมายกลาโหมฉบับหนึ่งมูลค่า 895,000 ล้านดอลลาร์ ซึ่งในนั้นรวมถึงมาตรการต่างๆ ที่มีเจตนายกระดับสนับสนุนไทเป
    .
    ปักกิ่งคัดค้านอย่างแข็งกร้าวต่อความเคลื่อนไหวของสหรัฐฯ กำหนดมาตรการคว่ำบาตรต่างๆ เล่นงานบริษัทกลาโหมอเมริกา 7 แห่งในเดือนธันวาคม และเมื่อช่วงต้นเดือน ได้แบนห้ามขายผลิตภัณฑ์ที่ใช้ได้ทั้งทางพลเรือนและทางทหารจำนวน 28 รายการ แก่เหล่าซัปพลายเออร์ของกองทัพอเมริกา อ้างว่ามีการละเมิดหลักการจีนเดียว
    .
    อ่านเพิ่มเติม..https://sondhitalk.com/detail/9680000003316
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    ไต้หวันมีแผนประจำการระบบป้องกันขีปนาวุธใหม่ล้ำสมัยจากสหรัฐฯ ในช่วงปลายปีนี้ จากคำแถลงของกระทรวงกลาโหม ตามรายงานข่าวของไทเปนิวส์ พร้อมระบุว่า ระบบขีปนาวุธยิงจากภาคพื้นสู่อากาศล้ำสมัย NASAMS จะถูกติดตั้งในตำแหน่งต่างๆ ที่มีความสำคัญทางยุทธศาสตร์ทางเหนือของเกาะ ในนั้นรวมถึงเขตซงซานของไทเป และเขตตั้นสุ่ย ในนิวไทเป . NASAMS ระบบป้องกันภัยทางอากาศพิสัยกลางที่ผลิตโดยบริษัทสัญชาตินอร์เวย์ สามารถใช้จัดการกับเครื่องบิน อากาศยานไร้คนขับและขีปนาวุธร่อน มันเป็นระบบที่บูรณาการเทคโนโลยีเรดาร์ล้ำสมัยเข้ากับระบบเชื่อมโยงข้อมูลทางยุทธวิธีทางทหาร สำหรับตอบโต้ภัยคุกคามทางอากาศต่างๆ . สำนักงานความร่วมมือด้านการป้องกันประเทศและความมั่นคงแห่งชาติสหรัฐฯ (DSCA) อนุมัติขายระบบ NASAMS จำนวน 3 ชุด แก่ไต้หวัน ส่วนหนึ่งในแพกเกจอาวุธ 2,000 ล้านดอลลาร์ ที่แถลงออกมาเมื่อเดือนตุลาคมปีก่อน ซึ่งถือเป็นการอนุมัติขายอาวุธแก่ไต้หวันเป็นครั้งที่ 17 ภายใต้รัฐบาลของประธานาธิบดีโจ ไบเดน . กระทรวงกลาโหมไต้หวันระบุว่า การประจำการอาวุธดังกล่าว เป็นส่วนหนึ่งในความพยายามเสริมความเข้มแข็งแก่ศักยภาพด้านการป้องกันตนเอง ตอบสนองต่อความเคลื่อนไหวทางทหารที่เพิ่มขึ้นของจีน ในบริเวณช่องแคบไต้หวัน ทั้งนี้ NASAMS จะช่วยเสริมระบบป้องกันภัยทางอากาศต่างๆ ที่ไต้หวันมีอยู่ในปัจจุบัน ในนั้นรวมถึง Sky Sword II และ Sky Bow รวมไปถึงระบบขีปนาวุธล้ำสมัยแพทริออต PAC-3 . นอกจากนี้ ไต้หวันยังลงนามสำหรับจัดหาระบบเรดาร์ electronic array แบบทั้ง L-band และไม่ใช่ L-band ซึ่งออกแบบมาเพื่อปรับปรุงอัตราการตรวจจับและต่อต้านการส่งสัญญาณรบกวน ระบบเรดาร์นี้จะถูกกระจายไปทั่วเกาะ มอบการป้องกันอย่างครอบคลุม ในขณะที่มีรายงานว่าทางกระทรวงจัดสรรงบประมาณสำหรับสัญญาณซื้อ NASAMS และเรดาร์ ไว้ที่ 737 ล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ . คำแถลงนี้มีขึ้นท่ามกลางสถานการณ์ความตึงเครียดขั้่นสูงระหว่างปักกิ่งและไทเป เกี่ยวกับสถานะทางการเมืองของไต้หวัน โดยจีนมองเกาะปกครองตนเองตามระบอบประชาธิปไตยแห่งนี้เป็นมณฑลหนึ่งของพวกเขาที่แยกตัวออกไป และประกาศจะทำการร่วมชาติกับไต้หวัน ในนั้นรวมถึงการใช้กำลังถ้าจำเป็น อย่างไรก็ตาม ไทเปปฏิเสธคำกล่าวอ้างของปักกิ่ง และยืนยันเกี่ยวกับอธิปไตยของตนเอง . รัฐบาลในไทเปประณามเกี่ยวกับการซ้อมรบทางทหารของปักกิ่งใกล้เกาะแห่งนี้ ที่ชักถี่ขึ้นในช่วงหลัง ว่าเป็นการยั่วยุและบ่อนทำลายเสถียรภาพในภูมิภาค . แม้สหรัฐฯ ยึดถืออย่างเป็นทางการต่อนโยบายจีนเดียว รับรองคำกล่าวอ้างของปักกิ่งที่มีเหนือไต้หวัน แต่พวกเขายังคงเดินหน้าขายอาวุธแก่เกาะแห่งนี้อย่างต่อเนื่อง โดยก่อนหน้านี้เมื่อเดือนธันวาคม อเมริกาเพิ่งอนุมัติร่างกฎหมายกลาโหมฉบับหนึ่งมูลค่า 895,000 ล้านดอลลาร์ ซึ่งในนั้นรวมถึงมาตรการต่างๆ ที่มีเจตนายกระดับสนับสนุนไทเป . ปักกิ่งคัดค้านอย่างแข็งกร้าวต่อความเคลื่อนไหวของสหรัฐฯ กำหนดมาตรการคว่ำบาตรต่างๆ เล่นงานบริษัทกลาโหมอเมริกา 7 แห่งในเดือนธันวาคม และเมื่อช่วงต้นเดือน ได้แบนห้ามขายผลิตภัณฑ์ที่ใช้ได้ทั้งทางพลเรือนและทางทหารจำนวน 28 รายการ แก่เหล่าซัปพลายเออร์ของกองทัพอเมริกา อ้างว่ามีการละเมิดหลักการจีนเดียว . อ่านเพิ่มเติม..https://sondhitalk.com/detail/9680000003316 .............. Sondhi X
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  • “Annual” vs.” Perennial”: What’s The Difference?

    Confused about annual vs. perennial plants? You’re not alone—it’s especially difficult to remember which is which because they sound like they might mean the same thing. To make matters worse, there’s also a third confusing term: biennial.

    Join us as we root out the differences and give examples of perennials, annuals, and biennials so you’ll always remember which is which.

    Quick summary

    Plants that live for only one growing season are called annuals. In contrast, plants that regrow on their own every season are called perennials. Plants that live for two growing seasons are called biennials.

    What are perennials?

    The word perennial is applied to a plant that lives for multiple growing seasons—at least more than two years. Perennials typically flower and bloom in the spring. Around autumn, the top part of the plant withers, but the root remains. The next spring, the root sends out a brand new shoot, and the cycle continues. In other words, planting perennials in a garden means that they don’t need to be replanted each year—they come back on their own (at least for three years).

    Perennials usually only bloom for a few weeks, and may take longer to fully mature. Popular perennials include daylilies, lilacs, and lavender, as well as most fruit trees, berry bushes, and herbs.

    What are annual plants?

    The word annual is applied to a plant that lives for only one growing season. Annuals typically flower and bloom in the spring and then wither and die around autumn. Unlike perennials, annuals do not regrow the next season—at least not from the same root. Instead, annuals must be replanted each year—or, in some cases, the seeds left behind may successfully sprout new plants.

    Annuals usually bloom the whole season, and their blooms are often more extravagant than perennials. Popular annuals include petunias, marigolds, zinnias, watermelons, corn, beans, and potatoes.

    What is a biennial plant?

    The term biennial is applied to a plant that lives for two growing seasons. The first season, the plant starts out small. The second season, it grows bigger and produces flowers. After this, the plant’s life cycle is complete, and it dies in the autumn just like an annual. Some well-known plants categorized as biennials include foxglove, pansies, poppies, forget-me-nots, and many vegetables, such as cabbage, beets, onions, and carrots.

    annual vs. perennial vs. biennial

    Here’s how you can remember the difference:

    - In general, the word perennial means “continuing” or “perpetual,” and perennials continue to regrow without being replanted.
    - The word annual means yearly, and annuals must be replanted every year.
    - The bi- in biennial means “two,” and biennials have a life cycle of two growing seasons.

    Although these terms could technically be applied to any plants, they’re especially used of flowering and culinary plants—the kind of plants commonly found in gardens and on farms.

    There is some overlap in what can be considered an annual versus a perennial. Some annuals can be perennials when planted in warmer climates, since there’s no frost to kill them, and some perennials are not capable of surviving the winter in colder climates. Certain flowers can also be annual in one variety and perennial in another.

    Examples of annual and perennial plants

    In this section, we’ll answer some of the most common questions about whether certain plants are annuals or perennials.

    Are mums perennials or annuals?

    Garden mums are typically treated as annuals, even though they can be perennials in the right climate. There are also hardier varieties of mums that are typically grown as perennials in many climates.

    Are dahlias perennials or annuals?

    Dahlias can be either, depending on the growing region. They are native to warm regions in Guatemala and Mexico. In colder climes, they are treated as annuals, but it’s possible to bring them back each year if the tubers are dug up and dried out in the winter.

    Are tulips perennials or annuals?

    Tulips are perennials. In certain climates, however, they may behave like annuals.

    Are hydrangeas perennials or annuals?

    Hydrangeas are perennials. Again, however, this is only true when grown in climates where they can survive the winter.

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    “Annual” vs.” Perennial”: What’s The Difference? Confused about annual vs. perennial plants? You’re not alone—it’s especially difficult to remember which is which because they sound like they might mean the same thing. To make matters worse, there’s also a third confusing term: biennial. Join us as we root out the differences and give examples of perennials, annuals, and biennials so you’ll always remember which is which. Quick summary Plants that live for only one growing season are called annuals. In contrast, plants that regrow on their own every season are called perennials. Plants that live for two growing seasons are called biennials. What are perennials? The word perennial is applied to a plant that lives for multiple growing seasons—at least more than two years. Perennials typically flower and bloom in the spring. Around autumn, the top part of the plant withers, but the root remains. The next spring, the root sends out a brand new shoot, and the cycle continues. In other words, planting perennials in a garden means that they don’t need to be replanted each year—they come back on their own (at least for three years). Perennials usually only bloom for a few weeks, and may take longer to fully mature. Popular perennials include daylilies, lilacs, and lavender, as well as most fruit trees, berry bushes, and herbs. What are annual plants? The word annual is applied to a plant that lives for only one growing season. Annuals typically flower and bloom in the spring and then wither and die around autumn. Unlike perennials, annuals do not regrow the next season—at least not from the same root. Instead, annuals must be replanted each year—or, in some cases, the seeds left behind may successfully sprout new plants. Annuals usually bloom the whole season, and their blooms are often more extravagant than perennials. Popular annuals include petunias, marigolds, zinnias, watermelons, corn, beans, and potatoes. What is a biennial plant? The term biennial is applied to a plant that lives for two growing seasons. The first season, the plant starts out small. The second season, it grows bigger and produces flowers. After this, the plant’s life cycle is complete, and it dies in the autumn just like an annual. Some well-known plants categorized as biennials include foxglove, pansies, poppies, forget-me-nots, and many vegetables, such as cabbage, beets, onions, and carrots. annual vs. perennial vs. biennial Here’s how you can remember the difference: - In general, the word perennial means “continuing” or “perpetual,” and perennials continue to regrow without being replanted. - The word annual means yearly, and annuals must be replanted every year. - The bi- in biennial means “two,” and biennials have a life cycle of two growing seasons. Although these terms could technically be applied to any plants, they’re especially used of flowering and culinary plants—the kind of plants commonly found in gardens and on farms. There is some overlap in what can be considered an annual versus a perennial. Some annuals can be perennials when planted in warmer climates, since there’s no frost to kill them, and some perennials are not capable of surviving the winter in colder climates. Certain flowers can also be annual in one variety and perennial in another. Examples of annual and perennial plants In this section, we’ll answer some of the most common questions about whether certain plants are annuals or perennials. Are mums perennials or annuals? Garden mums are typically treated as annuals, even though they can be perennials in the right climate. There are also hardier varieties of mums that are typically grown as perennials in many climates. Are dahlias perennials or annuals? Dahlias can be either, depending on the growing region. They are native to warm regions in Guatemala and Mexico. In colder climes, they are treated as annuals, but it’s possible to bring them back each year if the tubers are dug up and dried out in the winter. Are tulips perennials or annuals? Tulips are perennials. In certain climates, however, they may behave like annuals. Are hydrangeas perennials or annuals? Hydrangeas are perennials. Again, however, this is only true when grown in climates where they can survive the winter. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • “Bull Market” vs. “Bear Market”: What Do These Financial Terms Mean For Your Wallet?

    Financial jargon can be intimidating, and that’s especially true of the stock market terminology. But even if you’re not an investor, many of these terms can be relevant to your life due to their bearing on the larger economy. You’ve probably heard the terms bull market and bear market, but what exactly do they mean, and what’s the difference?

    In this article, we’ll explain bull markets and bear markets, the differences between them, and what they mean for everyone—not just stock traders.

    Quick summary

    The term bull market is applied to a market (especially a stock market) in which prices are, on average, rising. A bear market is the opposite—one in which prices are falling. At any given time, the market is usually described as one or the other—with bull and bear markets alternating as part of an ongoing cycle.

    What is a bull market?

    In discussions of the stock market and the greater economy, the term bull market is typically applied when prices on average are on the rise, or when they’re expected to rise. The terms bull market and bear market are most closely associated with the stock market, but they can also be used in the context of other markets, including those for real estate, currencies, and other commodities.

    Using the term bull market is informal—there’s no formal metric to measure or determine when a bull market is happening. Still, a 20% increase in prices is often used as the ballpark figure that indicates a bull market.

    Usually, a bull market happens when the economy is strong or getting stronger. High employment rates, high gross domestic product, and other measures of economic well being and stability are generally thought to correlate with bull markets.

    Bull markets are often categorized as secular (indicating a period of growth lasting more than five years) or cyclical (indicating a shorter-term period of growth).

    In the context of stocks and finance, the related adjective bullish can mean “rising in prices,” “characterized by favorable economic prospects,” or, more informally, “regarding a particular investment as potentially profitable,” as in We’re still bullish on treasury bonds.

    As a noun, bull can refer to a person who believes that market prices, especially of stocks, will increase.

    Why is it called a bull market?

    The first records of bull market and bullish in the context of finance and the stock market come from the late 1800s, but the noun use of bull in the context of stock investment—to refer to both a type of an investment and an investor—predates both. The origin of the use of the word bull in this way is uncertain. In general, the bull is associated with aggression and is known to charge forward, like a rising market. One explanation for the use of the word bull in bull market likens the upward swing of a bull market to the motion in which a bull may attack—by throwing its horns upward.

    What is a bear market?

    A bear market occurs when prices are falling, or when they’re expected to decrease. Like bull market, the term usually refers to the stock market, but it can also be used in the context of real estate, currencies, and other commodities. There’s no formal metric to measure when a bear market is happening, but a 20% decline in prices is sometimes used as the threshold.

    As you might expect, bear markets result from the opposite of the conditions thought to constitute or correlate with bull markets. Low economic stability and high unemployment, low gross domestic product, and low corporate profits are traditionally thought to correlate with the downturns associated with a bear market. Like bull markets, bear markets can be categorized as secular or cyclical.

    The related adjective bearish can mean “declining or tending toward a decline in prices” or “characterized by or reflecting unfavorable prospects for the economy or some aspect of it.” Or it can be used informally to mean “regarding a particular investment as poor or unprofitable,” as in We’re still bearish on treasury bonds.

    As a noun, bear can refer to a person who believes that market prices, especially of stocks, will decline.

    Why is it called a bear market?

    The noun use of bear in the context of the stock market to refer to types of investments or investors came before its use in bear market, but, like bullish, the origin of these senses is uncertain. In general, while bulls are known for charging aggression, bears—while fearsome—are especially associated with hibernation. This is one interpretation of the use of bear in bear market—likening the retreat of the market to a bear’s dormant period. Another interpretation is that a bear attacks by swiping downward—a motion likened to the downswing of a bear market.

    bear vs. bull market

    The difference between a bear market and a bull market is the direction of prices and the general success or health of the market. Simply put, it’s a bear market when prices are going up, and it’s a bull market when prices are going down.

    To remember which is which, remember that bulls are known for being aggressive and charging ahead, (like the prices in a rising market), while bears are known for hibernating (likened to how investors might scale back investments during market downturns).

    A few extreme examples of bear markets are the Great Recession around the 2008 financial crisis and the Great Depression, which roughly began with the stock market crash of 1929. In contrast, the post-World War II economic boom is considered an example of a bull market. But there are many other examples. That’s because at any given time the market is usually described as one or the other—meaning they alternate as part of an ongoing cycle.

    Stock investors have many strategies to try to profit from both increases and decreases in stock prices, which means that just because it’s a bear market doesn’t mean there’s not a lot of transactions happening.

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    “Bull Market” vs. “Bear Market”: What Do These Financial Terms Mean For Your Wallet? Financial jargon can be intimidating, and that’s especially true of the stock market terminology. But even if you’re not an investor, many of these terms can be relevant to your life due to their bearing on the larger economy. You’ve probably heard the terms bull market and bear market, but what exactly do they mean, and what’s the difference? In this article, we’ll explain bull markets and bear markets, the differences between them, and what they mean for everyone—not just stock traders. Quick summary The term bull market is applied to a market (especially a stock market) in which prices are, on average, rising. A bear market is the opposite—one in which prices are falling. At any given time, the market is usually described as one or the other—with bull and bear markets alternating as part of an ongoing cycle. What is a bull market? In discussions of the stock market and the greater economy, the term bull market is typically applied when prices on average are on the rise, or when they’re expected to rise. The terms bull market and bear market are most closely associated with the stock market, but they can also be used in the context of other markets, including those for real estate, currencies, and other commodities. Using the term bull market is informal—there’s no formal metric to measure or determine when a bull market is happening. Still, a 20% increase in prices is often used as the ballpark figure that indicates a bull market. Usually, a bull market happens when the economy is strong or getting stronger. High employment rates, high gross domestic product, and other measures of economic well being and stability are generally thought to correlate with bull markets. Bull markets are often categorized as secular (indicating a period of growth lasting more than five years) or cyclical (indicating a shorter-term period of growth). In the context of stocks and finance, the related adjective bullish can mean “rising in prices,” “characterized by favorable economic prospects,” or, more informally, “regarding a particular investment as potentially profitable,” as in We’re still bullish on treasury bonds. As a noun, bull can refer to a person who believes that market prices, especially of stocks, will increase. Why is it called a bull market? The first records of bull market and bullish in the context of finance and the stock market come from the late 1800s, but the noun use of bull in the context of stock investment—to refer to both a type of an investment and an investor—predates both. The origin of the use of the word bull in this way is uncertain. In general, the bull is associated with aggression and is known to charge forward, like a rising market. One explanation for the use of the word bull in bull market likens the upward swing of a bull market to the motion in which a bull may attack—by throwing its horns upward. What is a bear market? A bear market occurs when prices are falling, or when they’re expected to decrease. Like bull market, the term usually refers to the stock market, but it can also be used in the context of real estate, currencies, and other commodities. There’s no formal metric to measure when a bear market is happening, but a 20% decline in prices is sometimes used as the threshold. As you might expect, bear markets result from the opposite of the conditions thought to constitute or correlate with bull markets. Low economic stability and high unemployment, low gross domestic product, and low corporate profits are traditionally thought to correlate with the downturns associated with a bear market. Like bull markets, bear markets can be categorized as secular or cyclical. The related adjective bearish can mean “declining or tending toward a decline in prices” or “characterized by or reflecting unfavorable prospects for the economy or some aspect of it.” Or it can be used informally to mean “regarding a particular investment as poor or unprofitable,” as in We’re still bearish on treasury bonds. As a noun, bear can refer to a person who believes that market prices, especially of stocks, will decline. Why is it called a bear market? The noun use of bear in the context of the stock market to refer to types of investments or investors came before its use in bear market, but, like bullish, the origin of these senses is uncertain. In general, while bulls are known for charging aggression, bears—while fearsome—are especially associated with hibernation. This is one interpretation of the use of bear in bear market—likening the retreat of the market to a bear’s dormant period. Another interpretation is that a bear attacks by swiping downward—a motion likened to the downswing of a bear market. bear vs. bull market The difference between a bear market and a bull market is the direction of prices and the general success or health of the market. Simply put, it’s a bear market when prices are going up, and it’s a bull market when prices are going down. To remember which is which, remember that bulls are known for being aggressive and charging ahead, (like the prices in a rising market), while bears are known for hibernating (likened to how investors might scale back investments during market downturns). A few extreme examples of bear markets are the Great Recession around the 2008 financial crisis and the Great Depression, which roughly began with the stock market crash of 1929. In contrast, the post-World War II economic boom is considered an example of a bull market. But there are many other examples. That’s because at any given time the market is usually described as one or the other—meaning they alternate as part of an ongoing cycle. Stock investors have many strategies to try to profit from both increases and decreases in stock prices, which means that just because it’s a bear market doesn’t mean there’s not a lot of transactions happening. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Words From The 2010s So Lit We Should Bring Them Back

    The 2010s were the era of Instagram, Beyonce’s Lemonade album, and arguing about whether a viral photo showed a blue dress or a white one. The decade may not seem like that long ago, but a lot has changed since then, including many parts of our language.

    Vocabulary evolves quickly, especially when you’re talking about the words associated with slang and pop culture. Take yeet, for example. One minute, everyone was saying it. The next? Well, it might be hard to recall the last time you’ve heard it.

    The good news is that the coolest things from previous decades almost always come back in style again. 2010s nostalgia is having a moment, and we’re taking that opportunity to look back at some of the defining words of the decade. Here are 16 2010s slang words that might be ready for a comeback.

    bae

    Remember bae? In the 2010s, this term of endearment was all over the place. The word, which is “an affectionate term used to address or refer to one’s girlfriend, boyfriend, spouse, etc.,” gained popularity in 2012, thanks to a viral tweet. The term originated in Black culture, most likely as a shortened form of babe or baby. It went on to achieve meme status before fading into the background at the start of the next decade.

    catfish

    Catfish isn’t just a type of fish. It’s also a verb that means “to deceive, swindle, etc., by assuming a false identity or personality online.” This slang meaning of catfish took over in 2010 with the release of Catfish by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman. The documentary told the story of a man who was romantically duped by a stranger online. Catfish is still used to describe this kind of trickery, but the word is less common than it used to be, perhaps because knowledge of this type of dishonesty is more widespread.

    first world problem

    Oh, your favorite slang went out of style? Sounds like a first world problem. (Just kidding.) In the 2010s, first world problem emerged as a facetious way of pointing out a “fairly minor problem, frustration, or complaint associated with a relatively high standard of living, as opposed to serious problems associated with poverty.” The phrase dates back to the late ’70s, but it wasn’t seen online until around 2005. It got its start as a hashtag on Twitter and later became one of the go-to phrases of the 2010s.

    yeet

    Yeet began as the name of a popular dance in Black internet culture. By the mid-2010s, its use in viral videos had solidified its place as “an exclamation of excitement, approval, surprise, or all-around energy.” In 2018, yeet was voted the American Dialect Society’s 2018 Slang/Informal Word of the Year. Perhaps it’s because life during a pandemic hasn’t given us many reasons to say it, but yeet hasn’t held the same level of popularity in the years since its peak.

    stan

    These days, it’s popular for fans of musicians or actors to assume a group name related to their favorite celebrity, like Taylor Swift’s “swifties.” But in the 2010s, these groups were usually called stans. A stan is “an overly enthusiastic fan, especially of a celebrity.” The term originated in the early 2000s as a blend of stalker and fan, influenced by the rapper Eminem’s 2000 song “Stan.” Luckily, the term is mostly used in a lighthearted way.

    humblebrag

    We don’t mean to humblebrag, but we just have so many classic 2010s words to share with you. A humblebrag is “a statement intended as a boast or brag but disguised by a humble apology, complaint, etc.” The term is credited to writer and TV producer Harris Wittels, who created the Twitter account @Humblebrag in 2010 to showcase real-life examples of the act. It’s likely that many people still humblebrag online, so maybe it’s time to bring back the term.

    slaps

    If you say “this slaps” when you hear an awesome new song, you probably picked up your slang during the 2010s. Slaps is a slang verb meaning “to be excellent or amazing.” Believe it or not, slaps has been used to mean “first-rate” since at least the mid-1800s. It may not be as popular at the moment, but we have a feeling it will come back around again.

    on fleek

    For a brief moment in time, anything impressive or stylish was said to be on fleek. Now? Well, on fleek isn’t quite as on fleek as it used to be. Fleek means “flawlessly styled, groomed, etc.; looking great.” It’s typically used to describe someone’s clothing or appearance. The word was coined in its current sense by internet user Kayla Newman in 2014, and quickly became one of the most popular slang terms of the 2010s. Like a lot of popular slang, it may have existed in Black culture before it became widespread.

    lit

    Looking for a word that means “amazing, awesome, or cool.” How about lit? This 2010s word joined the ranks of cool, rad, and other terms to describe things people find great. Though its slang usage was most popular in the 2010s, lit has existed since at least 1895 as a way of saying “intoxicated.” It may not be new and trending, but this word isn’t likely to go away any time soon.

    milkshake duck

    Before canceled became everyone’s go-to word for internet controversies, there was milkshake duck. This phrase describes “a person (or thing) who becomes popular on the internet for a positive reason, but as their popularity takes off and people dig into their past, they become an object of outrage.” Milkshake duck is taken from a 2016 tweet by Australian cartoonist Ben Ward. The phrase may be less common than it once was, but the phenomenon it describes is still a major part of life online.

    slay

    Are we finally ready to slay some more? Slay means “to do something spectacularly well, especially when it comes to fashion, artistic performance, or self-confidence.” Slay being used as a way of saying “looking fashionable” can be traced back to the 1800s, but its usage in the 2010s is more closely linked to Black, Latinx, and queer ball culture. Whether it’s great clothes, hair, dancing, or something else, slay is a way of saying someone is killing it.

    fire

    In the 2010s, fire was frequently used as an adjective. Saying something was fire meant it was “cool, excellent, exciting, etc.” Fire can also be shortened to fya or fiyah, the origins of which can be traced to Black English. The term may have burned out towards the end of the decade, but we’re still holding a torch for this one. See what we did there?

    fam

    There’s nothing we love more than reminiscing about words with the fam. That’s you, of course. Fam means “a close friend or group of friends thought of as family.” Though the word is a shortened form of family, it generally describes chosen friends rather than actual family members. It became popular on Twitter and other social media platforms in the mid-2010s.

    thirst

    A glass of water won’t cure this type of thirst. Those who were teens and young adults in the 2010s might remember thirst as a slang term meaning “to have a strong desire.” In other words, thirsting for someone means you find them attractive. This usage also spawned other phrases, such as thirst trap, which is a social media post shared to elicit sexual attention. Mostly, we’re just thirsty for this word to make a comeback.

    TFW

    TFW stands for that feeling when. It was the basis of a popular 2010s meme that people used to express their emotions in relatable or unrelatable situations. For example, “TFW you just got cozy in bed but you need to use the bathroom.” The exact origins of the meme and corresponding phrase aren’t known, but it’s been in use on the internet since before 2018.

    yaass

    Can we get a yaaas for this final word? This interjection is an alternative form of yes, and it indicates ”a strong expression of excitement, approval, agreement, etc.” Most often, it’s accompanied by queen or kween, as in yaaas kween, but it can also be used on its own. This phrase originates in drag culture, where it’s commonly said in response to someone’s excellent style.

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    Words From The 2010s So Lit We Should Bring Them Back The 2010s were the era of Instagram, Beyonce’s Lemonade album, and arguing about whether a viral photo showed a blue dress or a white one. The decade may not seem like that long ago, but a lot has changed since then, including many parts of our language. Vocabulary evolves quickly, especially when you’re talking about the words associated with slang and pop culture. Take yeet, for example. One minute, everyone was saying it. The next? Well, it might be hard to recall the last time you’ve heard it. The good news is that the coolest things from previous decades almost always come back in style again. 2010s nostalgia is having a moment, and we’re taking that opportunity to look back at some of the defining words of the decade. Here are 16 2010s slang words that might be ready for a comeback. bae Remember bae? In the 2010s, this term of endearment was all over the place. The word, which is “an affectionate term used to address or refer to one’s girlfriend, boyfriend, spouse, etc.,” gained popularity in 2012, thanks to a viral tweet. The term originated in Black culture, most likely as a shortened form of babe or baby. It went on to achieve meme status before fading into the background at the start of the next decade. catfish Catfish isn’t just a type of fish. It’s also a verb that means “to deceive, swindle, etc., by assuming a false identity or personality online.” This slang meaning of catfish took over in 2010 with the release of Catfish by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman. The documentary told the story of a man who was romantically duped by a stranger online. Catfish is still used to describe this kind of trickery, but the word is less common than it used to be, perhaps because knowledge of this type of dishonesty is more widespread. first world problem Oh, your favorite slang went out of style? Sounds like a first world problem. (Just kidding.) In the 2010s, first world problem emerged as a facetious way of pointing out a “fairly minor problem, frustration, or complaint associated with a relatively high standard of living, as opposed to serious problems associated with poverty.” The phrase dates back to the late ’70s, but it wasn’t seen online until around 2005. It got its start as a hashtag on Twitter and later became one of the go-to phrases of the 2010s. yeet Yeet began as the name of a popular dance in Black internet culture. By the mid-2010s, its use in viral videos had solidified its place as “an exclamation of excitement, approval, surprise, or all-around energy.” In 2018, yeet was voted the American Dialect Society’s 2018 Slang/Informal Word of the Year. Perhaps it’s because life during a pandemic hasn’t given us many reasons to say it, but yeet hasn’t held the same level of popularity in the years since its peak. stan These days, it’s popular for fans of musicians or actors to assume a group name related to their favorite celebrity, like Taylor Swift’s “swifties.” But in the 2010s, these groups were usually called stans. A stan is “an overly enthusiastic fan, especially of a celebrity.” The term originated in the early 2000s as a blend of stalker and fan, influenced by the rapper Eminem’s 2000 song “Stan.” Luckily, the term is mostly used in a lighthearted way. humblebrag We don’t mean to humblebrag, but we just have so many classic 2010s words to share with you. A humblebrag is “a statement intended as a boast or brag but disguised by a humble apology, complaint, etc.” The term is credited to writer and TV producer Harris Wittels, who created the Twitter account @Humblebrag in 2010 to showcase real-life examples of the act. It’s likely that many people still humblebrag online, so maybe it’s time to bring back the term. slaps If you say “this slaps” when you hear an awesome new song, you probably picked up your slang during the 2010s. Slaps is a slang verb meaning “to be excellent or amazing.” Believe it or not, slaps has been used to mean “first-rate” since at least the mid-1800s. It may not be as popular at the moment, but we have a feeling it will come back around again. on fleek For a brief moment in time, anything impressive or stylish was said to be on fleek. Now? Well, on fleek isn’t quite as on fleek as it used to be. Fleek means “flawlessly styled, groomed, etc.; looking great.” It’s typically used to describe someone’s clothing or appearance. The word was coined in its current sense by internet user Kayla Newman in 2014, and quickly became one of the most popular slang terms of the 2010s. Like a lot of popular slang, it may have existed in Black culture before it became widespread. lit Looking for a word that means “amazing, awesome, or cool.” How about lit? This 2010s word joined the ranks of cool, rad, and other terms to describe things people find great. Though its slang usage was most popular in the 2010s, lit has existed since at least 1895 as a way of saying “intoxicated.” It may not be new and trending, but this word isn’t likely to go away any time soon. milkshake duck Before canceled became everyone’s go-to word for internet controversies, there was milkshake duck. This phrase describes “a person (or thing) who becomes popular on the internet for a positive reason, but as their popularity takes off and people dig into their past, they become an object of outrage.” Milkshake duck is taken from a 2016 tweet by Australian cartoonist Ben Ward. The phrase may be less common than it once was, but the phenomenon it describes is still a major part of life online. slay Are we finally ready to slay some more? Slay means “to do something spectacularly well, especially when it comes to fashion, artistic performance, or self-confidence.” Slay being used as a way of saying “looking fashionable” can be traced back to the 1800s, but its usage in the 2010s is more closely linked to Black, Latinx, and queer ball culture. Whether it’s great clothes, hair, dancing, or something else, slay is a way of saying someone is killing it. fire In the 2010s, fire was frequently used as an adjective. Saying something was fire meant it was “cool, excellent, exciting, etc.” Fire can also be shortened to fya or fiyah, the origins of which can be traced to Black English. The term may have burned out towards the end of the decade, but we’re still holding a torch for this one. See what we did there? fam There’s nothing we love more than reminiscing about words with the fam. That’s you, of course. Fam means “a close friend or group of friends thought of as family.” Though the word is a shortened form of family, it generally describes chosen friends rather than actual family members. It became popular on Twitter and other social media platforms in the mid-2010s. thirst A glass of water won’t cure this type of thirst. Those who were teens and young adults in the 2010s might remember thirst as a slang term meaning “to have a strong desire.” In other words, thirsting for someone means you find them attractive. This usage also spawned other phrases, such as thirst trap, which is a social media post shared to elicit sexual attention. Mostly, we’re just thirsty for this word to make a comeback. TFW TFW stands for that feeling when. It was the basis of a popular 2010s meme that people used to express their emotions in relatable or unrelatable situations. For example, “TFW you just got cozy in bed but you need to use the bathroom.” The exact origins of the meme and corresponding phrase aren’t known, but it’s been in use on the internet since before 2018. yaass Can we get a yaaas for this final word? This interjection is an alternative form of yes, and it indicates ”a strong expression of excitement, approval, agreement, etc.” Most often, it’s accompanied by queen or kween, as in yaaas kween, but it can also be used on its own. This phrase originates in drag culture, where it’s commonly said in response to someone’s excellent style. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • You Don’t Always Have To Use “But”

    The word but is a useful word that often ominously precedes a lot of bad news or tough criticism. But is a word that appears in many of our sentences and is one of the most commonly used words in the English language. But–and this is a big but–we might be overusing the word just a bit. It makes sense why we would overlay on but; after all, it is a short little word that can easily connect sentences together. However, there are so many other words and phrases that sadly aren’t getting to shine with but hogging all the spotlight. The word but may not like it, but it is time for but to butt out and let someone else slip into our sentences for a little while.

    What does but mean, and why do we use it so much?

    The word but is often used in two major ways: to express a contrast or to express an exception. The sentence Jenny is tall, but her parents are short is an example of but used to show contrast; Jenny’s height is totally different from her parents’. The sentence Everyone but Rahul was right-handed shows how but is used to express exception; Rahul is the only left-handed person, which makes him unique from everybody else.

    In addition to having these two very common uses, the word but is also one of the seven coordinating conjunctions. In short, coordinating conjunctions allow us to easily connect independent sentences by simply using a comma. For example, we can combine the two shorter sentences Rabbits are fast and Turtles are slow into the larger sentence Rabbits are fast, but turtles are slow. This is a fairly easy way of combining sentences, so we often rely on but to join sentences together.

    That isn’t all, though. Besides its big job as a conjunction, but can also be used as a preposition as in We tried everything but the kitchen sink or as an adverb as in There is but one road that leads to safety. With how versatile and useful the word but is, it is no wonder that we might overwork it sometimes!

    Examples of but in sentences

    The following examples show some of the different ways we often use but in sentences:

    - I thought the book was really boring, but everyone else liked it.
    - Nobody but Camila was able to last more than five minutes in the cold water.
    - We could do nothing but stare in horror as the sandcastle collapsed.
    - She knew of only but one way to calm the crowd: Karaoke!

    Alternatives of contrast

    The first major way we use but is to show contrast, contradiction, or opposition. Luckily for us, there are plenty of other words we can use to show relationships like these. In fact, we can find one among but’s coordinating conjunction friends in the word yet. Because yet is also a coordinating conjunction, we can swap it in for but without even needing to change the sentence. For example:

    • We need a new car, but we can’t afford one.
    • We need a new car, yet we can’t afford one.

    While yet is an easy substitution for but to mean contrast, it isn’t the only option. Some other useful words and phrases that can fill in this role include:

    • although, despite, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, though, even though, on the other hand

    Typically, we can use one of the above words/phrases in place of but while only making small changes to our sentences and without changing the sentence’s meaning. For example:

    • The flight is on Saturday, but it might be delayed because of snow.
    • The flight is on Saturday. However, it might be delayed because of snow.

    Make the swap

    The following pairs of sentences show how we can express a contrast by first using but and then by swapping it out for a similar word. Notice that the new sentences still express the same meaning.

    • The painting looks great, but something is still missing.
    • The painting looks great, yet something is still missing.

    • The soldiers were heavily outnumbered, but they stood their ground anyway.
    • The soldiers were heavily outnumbered. Nevertheless, they stood their ground anyway.

    • Jessie and James act mean, but they are good people at heart.
    • Jessie and James act mean. Still, they are good people at heart.

    Alternatives of exception

    The second major way that we use but is to express an exception. Again, we have a variety of different words and phrases with the same meaning that we can use to give but a break. Some of these words include:

    • except, barring, save, without, excluding, minus, disregarding, omitting, aside from, not including, other than, apart from, leaving out

    Most of the time, we can even substitute one of these words/phrases into a sentence without needing to change anything else. For example:

    • Every student but Ryan enjoys basketball.
    • Every student except Ryan enjoys basketball.

    Make the swap

    The following pairs of sentences show how we can state exceptions by first using but and then swapping it out for a similar word or phrase. Take note that the meaning of the sentence doesn’t change.

    • All the animals but the tigers are sleeping.
    • All the animals apart from the tigers are sleeping.

    • I like all flavors of ice cream but mint.
    • I like all flavors of ice cream other than mint.

    • Every guard was loyal but one.
    • Every guard was loyal, save one.

    Change the sentence

    It might be the case that the word but is just not the word we were looking for. In that case, we may need to take more drastic action and really change up a sentence. We might exchange but for a different word that alters the meaning of the sentence or even rewrite our sentences entirely.

    Sometimes, we may want to frame our sentence in a way in which we don’t put two things in opposition or contrast, even if they are different. For example, we may just want to present two different options or state two different but equally important opinions.

    Whatever our reasons, we have several different ways we could get but out of the sentence. The simplest way, which often won’t involve changing a sentence too much, is to swap out but for one of the other coordinating conjunctions. For example:

    • I like dogs, but I don’t like cats. (Two opposing thoughts.)
    • I like dogs, and I don’t like cats. (Two equal, different thoughts.)

    • She might win big, but she might lose it all. (Two contrasting thoughts.)
    • She might win big, or she might lose it all. (Two alternative outcomes.)

    If we can’t use a different coordinating conjunction, we will often need to make more significant changes to our sentences in order to follow proper grammar. So, we might use a subordinating conjunction or split our clauses apart into separate sentences. For example:

    • We wanted to go to the beach, but it rained all day.
    • We didn’t go to the beach because it rained all day.

    • Keith needed new shoes, but he couldn’t afford them.
    • Keith needed new shoes. However, he couldn’t afford them.

    Examples

    Let’s look at different ways we can take but out of a sentence. You’ll notice that some of the sentences will change their grammar or even their meaning after but is replaced.

    • Jason lives at Camp Crystal Lake, but he doesn’t work there.
    • Jason lives at Camp Crystal Lake, and he doesn’t work there.

    • She wants a new pony, but only if she can name it Pinkie Pie.
    • She wants a new pony under the condition that she can name it Pinkie Pie.

    • I didn’t practice much, but I won the game anyway.
    • Despite the fact that I didn’t practice much, I won the game anyway.

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    You Don’t Always Have To Use “But” The word but is a useful word that often ominously precedes a lot of bad news or tough criticism. But is a word that appears in many of our sentences and is one of the most commonly used words in the English language. But–and this is a big but–we might be overusing the word just a bit. It makes sense why we would overlay on but; after all, it is a short little word that can easily connect sentences together. However, there are so many other words and phrases that sadly aren’t getting to shine with but hogging all the spotlight. The word but may not like it, but it is time for but to butt out and let someone else slip into our sentences for a little while. What does but mean, and why do we use it so much? The word but is often used in two major ways: to express a contrast or to express an exception. The sentence Jenny is tall, but her parents are short is an example of but used to show contrast; Jenny’s height is totally different from her parents’. The sentence Everyone but Rahul was right-handed shows how but is used to express exception; Rahul is the only left-handed person, which makes him unique from everybody else. In addition to having these two very common uses, the word but is also one of the seven coordinating conjunctions. In short, coordinating conjunctions allow us to easily connect independent sentences by simply using a comma. For example, we can combine the two shorter sentences Rabbits are fast and Turtles are slow into the larger sentence Rabbits are fast, but turtles are slow. This is a fairly easy way of combining sentences, so we often rely on but to join sentences together. That isn’t all, though. Besides its big job as a conjunction, but can also be used as a preposition as in We tried everything but the kitchen sink or as an adverb as in There is but one road that leads to safety. With how versatile and useful the word but is, it is no wonder that we might overwork it sometimes! Examples of but in sentences The following examples show some of the different ways we often use but in sentences: - I thought the book was really boring, but everyone else liked it. - Nobody but Camila was able to last more than five minutes in the cold water. - We could do nothing but stare in horror as the sandcastle collapsed. - She knew of only but one way to calm the crowd: Karaoke! Alternatives of contrast The first major way we use but is to show contrast, contradiction, or opposition. Luckily for us, there are plenty of other words we can use to show relationships like these. In fact, we can find one among but’s coordinating conjunction friends in the word yet. Because yet is also a coordinating conjunction, we can swap it in for but without even needing to change the sentence. For example: • We need a new car, but we can’t afford one. • We need a new car, yet we can’t afford one. While yet is an easy substitution for but to mean contrast, it isn’t the only option. Some other useful words and phrases that can fill in this role include: • although, despite, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, though, even though, on the other hand Typically, we can use one of the above words/phrases in place of but while only making small changes to our sentences and without changing the sentence’s meaning. For example: • The flight is on Saturday, but it might be delayed because of snow. • The flight is on Saturday. However, it might be delayed because of snow. Make the swap The following pairs of sentences show how we can express a contrast by first using but and then by swapping it out for a similar word. Notice that the new sentences still express the same meaning. • The painting looks great, but something is still missing. • The painting looks great, yet something is still missing. • The soldiers were heavily outnumbered, but they stood their ground anyway. • The soldiers were heavily outnumbered. Nevertheless, they stood their ground anyway. • Jessie and James act mean, but they are good people at heart. • Jessie and James act mean. Still, they are good people at heart. Alternatives of exception The second major way that we use but is to express an exception. Again, we have a variety of different words and phrases with the same meaning that we can use to give but a break. Some of these words include: • except, barring, save, without, excluding, minus, disregarding, omitting, aside from, not including, other than, apart from, leaving out Most of the time, we can even substitute one of these words/phrases into a sentence without needing to change anything else. For example: • Every student but Ryan enjoys basketball. • Every student except Ryan enjoys basketball. Make the swap The following pairs of sentences show how we can state exceptions by first using but and then swapping it out for a similar word or phrase. Take note that the meaning of the sentence doesn’t change. • All the animals but the tigers are sleeping. • All the animals apart from the tigers are sleeping. • I like all flavors of ice cream but mint. • I like all flavors of ice cream other than mint. • Every guard was loyal but one. • Every guard was loyal, save one. Change the sentence It might be the case that the word but is just not the word we were looking for. In that case, we may need to take more drastic action and really change up a sentence. We might exchange but for a different word that alters the meaning of the sentence or even rewrite our sentences entirely. Sometimes, we may want to frame our sentence in a way in which we don’t put two things in opposition or contrast, even if they are different. For example, we may just want to present two different options or state two different but equally important opinions. Whatever our reasons, we have several different ways we could get but out of the sentence. The simplest way, which often won’t involve changing a sentence too much, is to swap out but for one of the other coordinating conjunctions. For example: • I like dogs, but I don’t like cats. (Two opposing thoughts.) • I like dogs, and I don’t like cats. (Two equal, different thoughts.) • She might win big, but she might lose it all. (Two contrasting thoughts.) • She might win big, or she might lose it all. (Two alternative outcomes.) If we can’t use a different coordinating conjunction, we will often need to make more significant changes to our sentences in order to follow proper grammar. So, we might use a subordinating conjunction or split our clauses apart into separate sentences. For example: • We wanted to go to the beach, but it rained all day. • We didn’t go to the beach because it rained all day. • Keith needed new shoes, but he couldn’t afford them. • Keith needed new shoes. However, he couldn’t afford them. Examples Let’s look at different ways we can take but out of a sentence. You’ll notice that some of the sentences will change their grammar or even their meaning after but is replaced. • Jason lives at Camp Crystal Lake, but he doesn’t work there. • Jason lives at Camp Crystal Lake, and he doesn’t work there. • She wants a new pony, but only if she can name it Pinkie Pie. • She wants a new pony under the condition that she can name it Pinkie Pie. • I didn’t practice much, but I won the game anyway. • Despite the fact that I didn’t practice much, I won the game anyway. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Pack Your Bags! 6 Current Travel Slang Terms To Take On Your Next Trip

    Have you been feeling wanderlust lately? If so, you are not alone. Lots of people are looking to hit the road and travel as pandemic restrictions slowly lessen across the world. All of this vacationing and globetrotting is likely to lead to a whole bunch of trendy new travel jargon—either organically or as marketing pushes by a travel industry hungry for all those new travelers. While you start prepping for your own big trip, here are some examples of modern travel slang that you can stuff into your suitcase.

    baecation
    The word baecation simply refers to any vacation spent with your bae, your romantic partner. Baecation is often used in travel marketing and advertising of romantic getaways or destinations known as lands of love.

    Baecation is a hybrid construction that combines the word bae with the end of the word vacation. The fact that baecation rhymes with vacation is an added marketing bonus. Baecation is formed similarly to the word staycation–meaning a vacation where someone stays home– which has become a mainstay of travel lingo.

    friendcation
    As you might have guessed, the term friendcation refers to a vacation spent with friends. A friendcation could refer to any type of vacation as long as you bring a buddy or two along. In marketing and social media, friendcation is often used to refer to vacation spots that feature group activities, such as hang gliding or nightclub-hopping.

    As with baecation, friendcation is simply a hybrid construction that combines the word friend with the ending of the word vacation.

    eduvacation
    You know something that goes great with a vacation? Learning! The term eduvacation refers to a vacation or trip that involves learning about things. The term is broadly used and could refer to a wide variety of vacation destinations and activities, such as a trip to a famous museum, a tour of a cultural historic site, or a safari that teaches about animals.

    The word eduvacation is a combination of the words education and vacation. Unlike baecation and friendcation, the entire word vacation makes an appearance because without the whole thing you would just have … education.

    familymoon
    A familymoon is a vacation for a newly married couple—and their children. The term is used to refer both to couples that have had children with each other prior to getting married and to couples who had children from previous relationships. As you’d expect, familymoon is used in advertising and social media when referring to travel spots that are kid-friendly and have plenty of things for children to do.

    The word familymoon is based on the word honeymoon, a trip taken by newly married couples. The family in familymoon refers to the couples’ children—their family. A similar word that uses the -moon suffix based on honeymoon is the fairly well-known term babymoon. A babymoon is a vacation that a couple takes to celebrate (and rest before) the upcoming birth of a baby.


    gramping
    It is time to bridge the generational divide and go gramping. The word gramping refers to grandparents and their grandchildren going on vacation together. While this term can refer to camping trips, it is also used more broadly to refer to any kind of trip or travel that grandchildren spend with their grandparents. Similar to familymoon, gramping is often used to refer to places that are accessible to both children and older people and have plenty of things they can do together.

    The word gramping is a hybrid combination of the word camping with the prefix grand- found in both grandparent and grandchild(ren). It is formed similarly to the popularly used travel word glamping, which refers to glamorous camping in which a person brings luxuries on a camping trip.

    bleisure
    Let’s get down to business and … go on vacation? The word bleisure is often used in the phrase “bleisure travel” to refer to a combination of business and leisure travel. The term is often used to refer to business trips that involve some form of enjoying oneself. This could involve things such as making time for a hiking trip, fitting in some sightseeing, or bringing the kids along to have fun in between video conferences. Bleisure travel has become increasingly popular in recent times due to large numbers of people having to work remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    The word bleisure is an oxymoronic mashup of the words business and leisure. Bleisure is used to refer to trips that in some way combine getting work done while finding time to relax or do something fun.

    These travel terms, as well as many others, are often driven by travel marketing. For example, you may see the newer travel term open-jaw flight, meaning a flight that leaves from a different city from the one that a person arrived in, alongside the well-known term red-eye flight, which refers to a flight taken during the sleep hours.

    Given that it is in travel agencies’ best interest to come up with snappy, marketable ways to sell vacation packages, don’t be surprised if we continue to see plenty of new travel lingo to get us all gallivanting across the globe.

    Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
    Pack Your Bags! 6 Current Travel Slang Terms To Take On Your Next Trip Have you been feeling wanderlust lately? If so, you are not alone. Lots of people are looking to hit the road and travel as pandemic restrictions slowly lessen across the world. All of this vacationing and globetrotting is likely to lead to a whole bunch of trendy new travel jargon—either organically or as marketing pushes by a travel industry hungry for all those new travelers. While you start prepping for your own big trip, here are some examples of modern travel slang that you can stuff into your suitcase. baecation The word baecation simply refers to any vacation spent with your bae, your romantic partner. Baecation is often used in travel marketing and advertising of romantic getaways or destinations known as lands of love. Baecation is a hybrid construction that combines the word bae with the end of the word vacation. The fact that baecation rhymes with vacation is an added marketing bonus. Baecation is formed similarly to the word staycation–meaning a vacation where someone stays home– which has become a mainstay of travel lingo. friendcation As you might have guessed, the term friendcation refers to a vacation spent with friends. A friendcation could refer to any type of vacation as long as you bring a buddy or two along. In marketing and social media, friendcation is often used to refer to vacation spots that feature group activities, such as hang gliding or nightclub-hopping. As with baecation, friendcation is simply a hybrid construction that combines the word friend with the ending of the word vacation. eduvacation You know something that goes great with a vacation? Learning! The term eduvacation refers to a vacation or trip that involves learning about things. The term is broadly used and could refer to a wide variety of vacation destinations and activities, such as a trip to a famous museum, a tour of a cultural historic site, or a safari that teaches about animals. The word eduvacation is a combination of the words education and vacation. Unlike baecation and friendcation, the entire word vacation makes an appearance because without the whole thing you would just have … education. familymoon A familymoon is a vacation for a newly married couple—and their children. The term is used to refer both to couples that have had children with each other prior to getting married and to couples who had children from previous relationships. As you’d expect, familymoon is used in advertising and social media when referring to travel spots that are kid-friendly and have plenty of things for children to do. The word familymoon is based on the word honeymoon, a trip taken by newly married couples. The family in familymoon refers to the couples’ children—their family. A similar word that uses the -moon suffix based on honeymoon is the fairly well-known term babymoon. A babymoon is a vacation that a couple takes to celebrate (and rest before) the upcoming birth of a baby. gramping It is time to bridge the generational divide and go gramping. The word gramping refers to grandparents and their grandchildren going on vacation together. While this term can refer to camping trips, it is also used more broadly to refer to any kind of trip or travel that grandchildren spend with their grandparents. Similar to familymoon, gramping is often used to refer to places that are accessible to both children and older people and have plenty of things they can do together. The word gramping is a hybrid combination of the word camping with the prefix grand- found in both grandparent and grandchild(ren). It is formed similarly to the popularly used travel word glamping, which refers to glamorous camping in which a person brings luxuries on a camping trip. bleisure Let’s get down to business and … go on vacation? The word bleisure is often used in the phrase “bleisure travel” to refer to a combination of business and leisure travel. The term is often used to refer to business trips that involve some form of enjoying oneself. This could involve things such as making time for a hiking trip, fitting in some sightseeing, or bringing the kids along to have fun in between video conferences. Bleisure travel has become increasingly popular in recent times due to large numbers of people having to work remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. The word bleisure is an oxymoronic mashup of the words business and leisure. Bleisure is used to refer to trips that in some way combine getting work done while finding time to relax or do something fun. These travel terms, as well as many others, are often driven by travel marketing. For example, you may see the newer travel term open-jaw flight, meaning a flight that leaves from a different city from the one that a person arrived in, alongside the well-known term red-eye flight, which refers to a flight taken during the sleep hours. Given that it is in travel agencies’ best interest to come up with snappy, marketable ways to sell vacation packages, don’t be surprised if we continue to see plenty of new travel lingo to get us all gallivanting across the globe. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Pronoun Explainer: What Do Ella, Él, And Elle Mean In Pronoun Sets?

    If you’ve recently seen pronoun sets like she/her/ella, he/him/él, or they/them/elle, you may be wondering what the third word in each set means.

    In familiar pronoun sets like he/him/his, the third word indicates the possessive form. But that’s not the case with él, ella, and elle. Instead, these terms are used by people who speak both English and Spanish as a way to indicate their pronouns in both languages.

    What does she/her/ella mean? And he/him/él?
    In she/her/ella, the word ella—pronounced [ eh-yah ]—is the Spanish pronoun equivalent to the English she or her (in Spanish, the same word is used regardless of whether it’s the subject or the object).

    In he/him/él, él—simply pronounced [ el ]—is the Spanish pronoun equivalent to the English he or him. (It is often spelled without the accent mark.)

    Bilingual speakers of English and Spanish frequently use both English and Spanish in everyday life, so indicating their pronouns for both languages makes a lot of sense, especially in contexts where they may be conversing in both languages.

    ⚡️ What else bilingual pronoun sets show
    Informationally, bilingual pronoun sets can do double duty—not only do they indicate a person’s pronouns, they also indicate the two languages that a person speaks. Apart from its practical function, displaying a mixed-language pronoun set can also be a way for a person to express pride in their cultural identity.
    What does elle mean in they/them/elle?
    In English, pronouns like they and them can be used as singular, gender-neutral pronouns, including by people who identify as nonbinary or whose gender identity exists between or beyond the spectrum of strictly male or female. This is what the pronoun set they/them indicates.

    Sometimes, you’ll see the pronoun set they/them/elle.

    Because formal, traditional Spanish does not have a gender-neutral, singular pronoun (equivalent to the English they), some Spanish speakers use the neopronoun elle, which some pronounce as [ eh-yeh ].

    It’s used to avoid the grammatical gender that’s built into the Spanish language, whose traditional plural equivalents of they are the masculine ellos and the feminine ellas.

    Like singular they, elle is also used as a pronoun by some Spanish speakers whose gender identity is not strictly male or female. Some people use the similar neopronoun ellx, which like other terms uses the letter x to create gender-neutrality.

    Relatedly, the avoidance of gendered language is also the reason why some people use the term Latinx.

    Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
    Pronoun Explainer: What Do Ella, Él, And Elle Mean In Pronoun Sets? If you’ve recently seen pronoun sets like she/her/ella, he/him/él, or they/them/elle, you may be wondering what the third word in each set means. In familiar pronoun sets like he/him/his, the third word indicates the possessive form. But that’s not the case with él, ella, and elle. Instead, these terms are used by people who speak both English and Spanish as a way to indicate their pronouns in both languages. What does she/her/ella mean? And he/him/él? In she/her/ella, the word ella—pronounced [ eh-yah ]—is the Spanish pronoun equivalent to the English she or her (in Spanish, the same word is used regardless of whether it’s the subject or the object). In he/him/él, él—simply pronounced [ el ]—is the Spanish pronoun equivalent to the English he or him. (It is often spelled without the accent mark.) Bilingual speakers of English and Spanish frequently use both English and Spanish in everyday life, so indicating their pronouns for both languages makes a lot of sense, especially in contexts where they may be conversing in both languages. ⚡️ What else bilingual pronoun sets show Informationally, bilingual pronoun sets can do double duty—not only do they indicate a person’s pronouns, they also indicate the two languages that a person speaks. Apart from its practical function, displaying a mixed-language pronoun set can also be a way for a person to express pride in their cultural identity. What does elle mean in they/them/elle? In English, pronouns like they and them can be used as singular, gender-neutral pronouns, including by people who identify as nonbinary or whose gender identity exists between or beyond the spectrum of strictly male or female. This is what the pronoun set they/them indicates. Sometimes, you’ll see the pronoun set they/them/elle. Because formal, traditional Spanish does not have a gender-neutral, singular pronoun (equivalent to the English they), some Spanish speakers use the neopronoun elle, which some pronounce as [ eh-yeh ]. It’s used to avoid the grammatical gender that’s built into the Spanish language, whose traditional plural equivalents of they are the masculine ellos and the feminine ellas. Like singular they, elle is also used as a pronoun by some Spanish speakers whose gender identity is not strictly male or female. Some people use the similar neopronoun ellx, which like other terms uses the letter x to create gender-neutrality. Relatedly, the avoidance of gendered language is also the reason why some people use the term Latinx. Copyright 2025, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • เกิดมาใหญ่ ก็ต้องใหญ่ - The Fortune Code - 富贵兵团 - 1990
    หนังโปรแกรมต้อนรับตรุษจีน 2533 ...

    ในยุคที่หนังจีนฮ่องกง บูมสุดขีด มีไม่กี่เรื่องที่จะได้เห็นนักแสดงร่วมสิบคน ในหนังเรื่องเดียวกัน
    "เกิดมาใหญ่ ก็ต้องใหญ่" ระดมนักแสดงสายพี่เตี้ย เจิ้งจื่อเหว่ย+หงจินเป่า มาแบบคับจอ แต่ละคนก็มีบทกันพอสมควร หลิวเต๋อหัว อลันทัม เหมยเยี่ยนฟาง ม่อเส้าชง หลินจุ้นเสียน แฟรงกี้ ชาน เฉินไป่เสียง โหลวหนันกวง เฉาชาลี โดยมี เจิ้งจั๊ดซื่อ ร่วมแสดงและทำหน้าที่ กำกับภาพยนตร์อีกด้วย

    ถือเป็นหนังนนทนันท์อีกเรื่อง ที่เปิดตัวปี 1990 อย่างยิ่งใหญ่ ซึ่งปี 2533 ก็ถือเป็นปีทอง เพราะหลังจากนั้นก็มีแต่หนังดี และ ทำเงินแทบจะทุกโปรแกรม อย่างเช่น
    ผู้หญิงแย่งสับ - WEB OF DECEPTION
    การ์ตูนญี่ปุ่นที่ขึ้นแท่นหนังคลาสสิกไปแล้วอย่าง อากีร่า...ไม่เหมือนคน - AKIRA
    ล้างบางไต้ปั้ก - FINAL RUN
    มังกรกระแทกเมือง - DRAGON FIGHTS หลี่เหลียนเจี๋ย พบ โจวซิงฉือ
    ดีเดือดกับเลือดบ้า - IN TO THE BLOOD
    สุดยอดหนังกำลังภายใน ที่เป็นต้นแบบหนังกำลังภายในยุค 90 เดชคัมภีร์เทวดา - SWORDMAN
    เสือผอม…มังกรอ้วน - SKINNY TIGER & FATTY DRAGON
    จางอวี้โหมว พบ กงลี่ ใน เทียนฟง…ฅนตรง 3,000 ปี - A TERA COTTA WARRIORS
    หนังปรากฎการณ์แห่งยุค ผู้หญิงข้า…ใครอย่าแตะ - A MOMENT OF ROMANCE
    โปเยโปโลเย เย้ยฟ้าแล้วก็ท้า 2 - A Chinese Ghost Story 2
    และปิดท้ายปีด้วยหนังคู่หู หงจินเป่า อลันทัม ใน ขอเป็นฮีโร่โก้ทั้งคู่ - PANTY HOSE HERO

    คิดถึงความสนุกในยุคนั้นจริงๆนะ
    เกิดมาใหญ่ ก็ต้องใหญ่ - The Fortune Code - 富贵兵团 - 1990 หนังโปรแกรมต้อนรับตรุษจีน 2533 ... ในยุคที่หนังจีนฮ่องกง บูมสุดขีด มีไม่กี่เรื่องที่จะได้เห็นนักแสดงร่วมสิบคน ในหนังเรื่องเดียวกัน "เกิดมาใหญ่ ก็ต้องใหญ่" ระดมนักแสดงสายพี่เตี้ย เจิ้งจื่อเหว่ย+หงจินเป่า มาแบบคับจอ แต่ละคนก็มีบทกันพอสมควร หลิวเต๋อหัว อลันทัม เหมยเยี่ยนฟาง ม่อเส้าชง หลินจุ้นเสียน แฟรงกี้ ชาน เฉินไป่เสียง โหลวหนันกวง เฉาชาลี โดยมี เจิ้งจั๊ดซื่อ ร่วมแสดงและทำหน้าที่ กำกับภาพยนตร์อีกด้วย ถือเป็นหนังนนทนันท์อีกเรื่อง ที่เปิดตัวปี 1990 อย่างยิ่งใหญ่ ซึ่งปี 2533 ก็ถือเป็นปีทอง เพราะหลังจากนั้นก็มีแต่หนังดี และ ทำเงินแทบจะทุกโปรแกรม อย่างเช่น ผู้หญิงแย่งสับ - WEB OF DECEPTION การ์ตูนญี่ปุ่นที่ขึ้นแท่นหนังคลาสสิกไปแล้วอย่าง อากีร่า...ไม่เหมือนคน - AKIRA ล้างบางไต้ปั้ก - FINAL RUN มังกรกระแทกเมือง - DRAGON FIGHTS หลี่เหลียนเจี๋ย พบ โจวซิงฉือ ดีเดือดกับเลือดบ้า - IN TO THE BLOOD สุดยอดหนังกำลังภายใน ที่เป็นต้นแบบหนังกำลังภายในยุค 90 เดชคัมภีร์เทวดา - SWORDMAN เสือผอม…มังกรอ้วน - SKINNY TIGER & FATTY DRAGON จางอวี้โหมว พบ กงลี่ ใน เทียนฟง…ฅนตรง 3,000 ปี - A TERA COTTA WARRIORS หนังปรากฎการณ์แห่งยุค ผู้หญิงข้า…ใครอย่าแตะ - A MOMENT OF ROMANCE โปเยโปโลเย เย้ยฟ้าแล้วก็ท้า 2 - A Chinese Ghost Story 2 และปิดท้ายปีด้วยหนังคู่หู หงจินเป่า อลันทัม ใน ขอเป็นฮีโร่โก้ทั้งคู่ - PANTY HOSE HERO คิดถึงความสนุกในยุคนั้นจริงๆนะ
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  • #ศีลสมบัติเป็นรุ่งอรุณแห่งอริยมรรค

    เมื่ออาทิตย์อุทัยขึ้น
    การขึ้นมาแห่งอรุณ (แสงเงินแสงทอง)
    ย่อมเป็นเบื้องต้น เป็นนิมิตที่แลเห็นก่อน
    ฉันใดก็ฉันนั้น เพื่อ ความเกิดขึ้น
    แห่ง #อริยมรรคมีองค์๘
    ศีลสมบัติ (ความถึงพร้อมด้วยศีล)
    ย่อมเป็นหลักเบื้องต้น เป็นนิมิตเบื้องต้น
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    จากหนังสือขุมทรัพย์จากพระโอษฐ์หน้า 224
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  • ประวัติ และ ที่มาของ..ไส้อั่ว
    คำแปล(ภาษาไทย)อยู่ล่างสุด

    "Sai Oua" (Thai: ไส้อั่ว) or "Northern Thai Sausage" is a traditional food of the northern part of Thailand.
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    The culture of stuffing meat into the intestines is a way to preserve food since ancient times. It was found that this method of food preservation began in the Babylonian Empire tens of thousands of years ago. It is said that the Babylonians used finely ground meat to stuff into the intestines of goats and dried them in the sun until they were dry and stored as supplies when traveling to transport goods across the desert to sell in various lands before spreading to Europe and Asia, especially in southern China where there were many tribes such as the Tai Yai, Zhuang and Bai Yue, etc., which became the origin of the Silk Road in the later era.
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    "Sai Oua" in the northern part of Thailand, some people assume that this type of food was influenced by the Shan people or Tai Yai people who added spices to season the meat and grilled it until it had a fragrant smell. Later, the Shan people or Tai Yai had to flee from the war to settle in a new place in the northern part of Thailand. The Shan people brought this type of cooking culture with them, making "Sai Oua" a local food of the northern part of Thailand by default.
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    But some people assume that in ancient times, when it was a merit-making festival, villagers often brought a lot of pork to cook. But sometimes there was too much pork. Therefore, there is leftover pork, so there is a method of food preservation to prevent spoilage. Originally, it was cut into pieces and grilled or dried in the sun to store for later consumption. However, it was later developed and modified to be stored for a longer period of time by making fermented pork sausage and "Sai Oua", etc.
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    How to make "Sai Oua" It can be made by mixing finely ground pork with herbs and spices such as galangal, lemongrass, coriander root, garlic, shallots, kaffir lime peel, shrimp paste, turmeric and coriander. Then stuff it into the pork intestines and grill until cooked, which is popularly eaten with sticky rice and "Nam Prik Num" (Northern Thai Green Chilli Dip), which is a Thai sauce from the northern part of Thailand. Herbs and spices are what give "Sai Oua" its distinctive flavor and aroma. However, there is no fixed recipe for making "Sai Oua" because each region has its own unique flavoring, but the basics are still similar.
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    Note: The meaning of the word "Sai Oua" in the northern language, by starting with the word "Sai" which means "Intestines". The word "Oua" means to insert or stuff or stuff ingredients into the intestines.
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    “ไส้อั่ว” อาหารพื้นเมืองทางภาคเหนือของประเทศไทย
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    วัฒนธรรมการยัดเนื้อและไขมันสัตว์ เข้าไปในลำไส้เป็นวิธีถนอมอาหาร มีมาตั้งแต่สมัยอาณาจักรบาบิลอนเมื่อหลายหมื่นปีก่อน กล่าวกันว่าชาวบาบิลอนใช้เนื้อบดละเอียดยัดเข้าไปในลำไส้แพะแล้วตากแดดให้แห้ง จากนั้นจึงเก็บเอาไว้เป็นเสบียงในการเดินทางเพื่อขนส่งสินค้าข้ามทะเลทรายไปขายในดินแดนต่างๆ ก่อนจะแพร่หลายไปสู่ทวีปยุโรปและเอเชีย โดยเฉพาะทางตอนใต้ของจีนซึ่งมีชนเผ่าหลายเผ่า เช่น ไทใหญ่ จ้วง และไป๋เยว่ บนเส้นทางสายไหม
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    “ไส้อั่ว” ในภาคเหนือของไทย สันนิษฐานว่าได้รับอิทธิพลมาจากรัฐฉาน หรือ ชาวไทใหญ่ที่ปรุงรสเนื้อด้วยเครื่องเทศและย่างจนมีกลิ่นหอม ต่อมาชาวไทใหญ่หรือชาวไทใหญ่ต้องอพยพหนีสงครามไปตั้งถิ่นฐานใหม่ทางภาคเหนือของประเทศไทย ชาวไทใหญ่ได้นำวัฒนธรรมการทำอาหารแบบนี้ติดตัวมาด้วย ทำให้ "ไส้อั่ว" เป็นอาหารพื้นเมืองของภาคเหนือของประเทศไทยโดยปริยาย
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    แต่บางคนก็เข้าใจว่าในสมัยโบราณเมื่อเป็นงานบุญชาวบ้านมักจะนำเนื้อหมูมาทำอาหารเป็นจำนวนมาก แต่บางครั้งก็มีเนื้อหมูมากเกินไป จึงมีเนื้อหมูเหลือ จึงมีวิธีถนอมอาหารไม่ให้เน่าเสีย เดิมทีจะหั่นเป็นชิ้นแล้วย่างหรือตากแห้งเพื่อเก็บไว้รับประทานภายหลัง แต่ภายหลังได้มีการพัฒนาและดัดแปลงให้เก็บไว้ได้นานขึ้นโดยทำเป็นไส้กรอกหมูหมักและ "ไส้อั่ว" เป็นต้น

    วิธีทำ “ไส้อั่ว” ทำได้โดยนำเนื้อหมูบดละเอียดมาผสมกับสมุนไพรและเครื่องเทศ เช่น ข่า ตะไคร้ รากผักชี กระเทียม หอมแดง เปลือกมะกรูด กะปิ ขมิ้น ผักชี แล้วนำไปยัดใส่เครื่องในหมูแล้วปิ้งให้สุก นิยมทานคู่กับข้าวเหนียวและ “น้ำพริกหนุ่ม” ซึ่งเป็นน้ำจิ้มไทยภาคเหนือของประเทศไทย สมุนไพรและเครื่องเทศเป็นส่วนประกอบที่ทำให้ “ไส้อั่ว” มีรสชาติและกลิ่นหอมเฉพาะตัว แต่ไม่มีสูตรการทำ “ไส้อั่ว” ตายตัว เพราะแต่ละภาคจะมีรสชาติเฉพาะตัว แต่หลักการทำยังคงคล้ายๆ กัน
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    หมายเหตุ: ความหมายของคำว่า “ไส้อั่ว” ในภาษาเหนือ โดยขึ้นต้นด้วยคำว่า “ไส้” คำว่า “ไส้อั่ว” แปลว่า การสอดหรือยัดวัตถุดิบเข้าไปในไส้

    ไส้อั่ว รสลิ้นคนไทย ใช้วัตถุดิบที่มีคุณภาพดี รสเข้มข้น หอมมาก
    แนะนำ "ไส้อั่วเม็งราย" ของ ร้านอัมพร
    เปิดมานานหลายสิบปี (เดิม)ร้านตั้งอยู่ที่ เชิงสะพานเม็งราย ฝั่งหนองหอย
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    มี ไส้อั่ว แหนม แหนมหม้อ น้ำพริกหนุ่ม แค๊บหมู หมูกระจก แกงฮังเล..

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    ประวัติ และ ที่มาของ..ไส้อั่ว คำแปล(ภาษาไทย)อยู่ล่างสุด "Sai Oua" (Thai: ไส้อั่ว) or "Northern Thai Sausage" is a traditional food of the northern part of Thailand. . The culture of stuffing meat into the intestines is a way to preserve food since ancient times. It was found that this method of food preservation began in the Babylonian Empire tens of thousands of years ago. It is said that the Babylonians used finely ground meat to stuff into the intestines of goats and dried them in the sun until they were dry and stored as supplies when traveling to transport goods across the desert to sell in various lands before spreading to Europe and Asia, especially in southern China where there were many tribes such as the Tai Yai, Zhuang and Bai Yue, etc., which became the origin of the Silk Road in the later era. . "Sai Oua" in the northern part of Thailand, some people assume that this type of food was influenced by the Shan people or Tai Yai people who added spices to season the meat and grilled it until it had a fragrant smell. Later, the Shan people or Tai Yai had to flee from the war to settle in a new place in the northern part of Thailand. The Shan people brought this type of cooking culture with them, making "Sai Oua" a local food of the northern part of Thailand by default. . But some people assume that in ancient times, when it was a merit-making festival, villagers often brought a lot of pork to cook. But sometimes there was too much pork. Therefore, there is leftover pork, so there is a method of food preservation to prevent spoilage. Originally, it was cut into pieces and grilled or dried in the sun to store for later consumption. However, it was later developed and modified to be stored for a longer period of time by making fermented pork sausage and "Sai Oua", etc. . How to make "Sai Oua" It can be made by mixing finely ground pork with herbs and spices such as galangal, lemongrass, coriander root, garlic, shallots, kaffir lime peel, shrimp paste, turmeric and coriander. Then stuff it into the pork intestines and grill until cooked, which is popularly eaten with sticky rice and "Nam Prik Num" (Northern Thai Green Chilli Dip), which is a Thai sauce from the northern part of Thailand. Herbs and spices are what give "Sai Oua" its distinctive flavor and aroma. However, there is no fixed recipe for making "Sai Oua" because each region has its own unique flavoring, but the basics are still similar. . Note: The meaning of the word "Sai Oua" in the northern language, by starting with the word "Sai" which means "Intestines". The word "Oua" means to insert or stuff or stuff ingredients into the intestines. . “ไส้อั่ว” อาหารพื้นเมืองทางภาคเหนือของประเทศไทย . วัฒนธรรมการยัดเนื้อและไขมันสัตว์ เข้าไปในลำไส้เป็นวิธีถนอมอาหาร มีมาตั้งแต่สมัยอาณาจักรบาบิลอนเมื่อหลายหมื่นปีก่อน กล่าวกันว่าชาวบาบิลอนใช้เนื้อบดละเอียดยัดเข้าไปในลำไส้แพะแล้วตากแดดให้แห้ง จากนั้นจึงเก็บเอาไว้เป็นเสบียงในการเดินทางเพื่อขนส่งสินค้าข้ามทะเลทรายไปขายในดินแดนต่างๆ ก่อนจะแพร่หลายไปสู่ทวีปยุโรปและเอเชีย โดยเฉพาะทางตอนใต้ของจีนซึ่งมีชนเผ่าหลายเผ่า เช่น ไทใหญ่ จ้วง และไป๋เยว่ บนเส้นทางสายไหม . “ไส้อั่ว” ในภาคเหนือของไทย สันนิษฐานว่าได้รับอิทธิพลมาจากรัฐฉาน หรือ ชาวไทใหญ่ที่ปรุงรสเนื้อด้วยเครื่องเทศและย่างจนมีกลิ่นหอม ต่อมาชาวไทใหญ่หรือชาวไทใหญ่ต้องอพยพหนีสงครามไปตั้งถิ่นฐานใหม่ทางภาคเหนือของประเทศไทย ชาวไทใหญ่ได้นำวัฒนธรรมการทำอาหารแบบนี้ติดตัวมาด้วย ทำให้ "ไส้อั่ว" เป็นอาหารพื้นเมืองของภาคเหนือของประเทศไทยโดยปริยาย . แต่บางคนก็เข้าใจว่าในสมัยโบราณเมื่อเป็นงานบุญชาวบ้านมักจะนำเนื้อหมูมาทำอาหารเป็นจำนวนมาก แต่บางครั้งก็มีเนื้อหมูมากเกินไป จึงมีเนื้อหมูเหลือ จึงมีวิธีถนอมอาหารไม่ให้เน่าเสีย เดิมทีจะหั่นเป็นชิ้นแล้วย่างหรือตากแห้งเพื่อเก็บไว้รับประทานภายหลัง แต่ภายหลังได้มีการพัฒนาและดัดแปลงให้เก็บไว้ได้นานขึ้นโดยทำเป็นไส้กรอกหมูหมักและ "ไส้อั่ว" เป็นต้น วิธีทำ “ไส้อั่ว” ทำได้โดยนำเนื้อหมูบดละเอียดมาผสมกับสมุนไพรและเครื่องเทศ เช่น ข่า ตะไคร้ รากผักชี กระเทียม หอมแดง เปลือกมะกรูด กะปิ ขมิ้น ผักชี แล้วนำไปยัดใส่เครื่องในหมูแล้วปิ้งให้สุก นิยมทานคู่กับข้าวเหนียวและ “น้ำพริกหนุ่ม” ซึ่งเป็นน้ำจิ้มไทยภาคเหนือของประเทศไทย สมุนไพรและเครื่องเทศเป็นส่วนประกอบที่ทำให้ “ไส้อั่ว” มีรสชาติและกลิ่นหอมเฉพาะตัว แต่ไม่มีสูตรการทำ “ไส้อั่ว” ตายตัว เพราะแต่ละภาคจะมีรสชาติเฉพาะตัว แต่หลักการทำยังคงคล้ายๆ กัน . หมายเหตุ: ความหมายของคำว่า “ไส้อั่ว” ในภาษาเหนือ โดยขึ้นต้นด้วยคำว่า “ไส้” คำว่า “ไส้อั่ว” แปลว่า การสอดหรือยัดวัตถุดิบเข้าไปในไส้ ไส้อั่ว รสลิ้นคนไทย ใช้วัตถุดิบที่มีคุณภาพดี รสเข้มข้น หอมมาก แนะนำ "ไส้อั่วเม็งราย" ของ ร้านอัมพร เปิดมานานหลายสิบปี (เดิม)ร้านตั้งอยู่ที่ เชิงสะพานเม็งราย ฝั่งหนองหอย ปัจจุบันกลายเป็นโรงแรมหรูของกลุ่มเซ็นทรัลพัฒนา ปัจจุบัน ย้ายยาอยู่ริมถนนมหิดล ตรงข้ามปากทางเข้าเชียงใหม่แลนด์ มี ไส้อั่ว แหนม แหนมหม้อ น้ำพริกหนุ่ม แค๊บหมู หมูกระจก แกงฮังเล.. https://maps.app.goo.gl/jfhXDnJbQL1w8Kk9A .
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  • “Homophone” vs. “Homonym” vs. “Homograph”: Differences And Examples

    English is absolutely full of words that sound or look the same but have different meanings. And we have words for these kinds of words: homophones, homographs, and homonyms. But remembering the difference can be its own challenge.

    In this article, we’ll break down the differences and the overlap and provide examples of all three.

    Quick summary

    Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings, like there/their/they’re and its/it’s. Homographs are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings. Homographs can be pronounced differently (like bass the fish and bass the instrument) or the same (like fair meaning “equitable” or “a carnival”). The word homonyms is often used to refer to all such words in general. Some words, like bark, fall into more than one category—bark on a tree and bark of a dog are both homophones (sounding the same) and homographs (being spelled the same), for example.

    What is the difference between homophones, homonyms, and homographs?

    There is a helpful way to tell the difference between the words homophone, homograph, and homonym: knowing what their endings mean can help you remember how they’re used.

    Homophone, homonym, and homograph all start with homo-, which means “same.”

    The -phone in homophone means “sound.” So homophones are words that sound the same. Homophones always have different meanings, but they may be spelled the same or differently. Bear (the animal) and bare (meaning “uncovered” or “empty”) are homophones. But so are bark (the sound a dog makes) and bark (the covering of a tree). And the different senses of bear (the animal and the verb meaning “to carry”).

    The -graph in homograph means “written.” Homographs are words that are written the same—meaning they always have the same spelling—but have different meanings.

    Homographs can be pronounced the same or not. For example, bass (the fish, rhymes with class) and bass (the instrument, rhymes with ace) are homographs. But so are the different senses of bark and bear.

    Take a closer look at the homonym pair bare vs. bear.

    Homonym examples

    As we’ve just explained, the term homonym can refer to both a homophone and a homograph, so we’ve broken them down into two separate lists. The items from both lists can be broadly referred to as homonyms. But for clarity, it’s best to use the term homophones when referring to words that sound the same and homographs when referring to words that are spelled the same. Still, there are examples that fit into both categories, such as the different senses of bark and bear discussed earlier.

    Homophone examples

    Here are just some of the many examples of homophones in English:

    there | their | they’re
    to | too | two
    its | it’s
    your | you’re
    whose | who’s
    by | buy | bye
    I | eye
    see | sea
    dear | deer
    bare | bear
    hair | hare
    here | hear
    air | heir
    where | wear
    pair | pear | pare
    fair | fare
    right | write | rite
    sight | site | cite
    steal | steel
    plain | plane
    sale | sail
    break | brake
    know | no
    week | weak
    add | ad
    meet | meat
    sell | cell
    great | grate
    piece | peace
    eight | ate
    one | won
    flower | flour
    for | four | fore
    our | hour
    wait | weight
    night | knight
    male | mail
    son | sun
    board | bored
    hole | whole
    sweet | suite
    tail | tale

    Homograph examples

    It’s impossible to count how many words are homographs because so many words have more than one meaning.

    We’ll separate this list into homographs that are pronounced differently and those that are pronounced the same. There are far fewer examples of ones that are pronounced differently.

    Homographs that are pronounced differently

    Here are several examples of homographs whose pronunciation is different.

    minute (the noun meaning “60 seconds”; the adjective meaning “very small”)
    bass (the fish; the instrument)
    Polish (from Poland) and polish (to make something shiny)
    bow (the noun referring to a ribbon tied in a decorative way; the verb meaning to bend reverently)
    close (the adjective meaning “nearby”; the verb meaning “to shut”)
    lead (the metal; the verb meaning “to act as a leader”)

    Homographs that are pronounced the same

    Here are some of the many, many homographs that sound the same, along with some of their common meanings (in many cases, there are multiple other meanings).

    bear (the animal; the verb meaning “to carry”)
    ring (a circle; a type of jewelry; what a phone does)
    fan (the appliance that makes wind; an admirer/appreciator)
    band (music group; a ring or strap)
    bat (the animal; a baseball bat)
    kind (the adjective meaning “nice”; the noun meaning “type”)
    part (a component of something; a line in one’s hair; the verb meaning “to separate”)
    park (a noun meaning an outdoor space; a verb meaning what you do to a car)
    class (lesson; category; classiness)
    fair (equitable or according to the rules; a carnival)

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    “Homophone” vs. “Homonym” vs. “Homograph”: Differences And Examples English is absolutely full of words that sound or look the same but have different meanings. And we have words for these kinds of words: homophones, homographs, and homonyms. But remembering the difference can be its own challenge. In this article, we’ll break down the differences and the overlap and provide examples of all three. Quick summary Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings, like there/their/they’re and its/it’s. Homographs are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings. Homographs can be pronounced differently (like bass the fish and bass the instrument) or the same (like fair meaning “equitable” or “a carnival”). The word homonyms is often used to refer to all such words in general. Some words, like bark, fall into more than one category—bark on a tree and bark of a dog are both homophones (sounding the same) and homographs (being spelled the same), for example. What is the difference between homophones, homonyms, and homographs? There is a helpful way to tell the difference between the words homophone, homograph, and homonym: knowing what their endings mean can help you remember how they’re used. Homophone, homonym, and homograph all start with homo-, which means “same.” The -phone in homophone means “sound.” So homophones are words that sound the same. Homophones always have different meanings, but they may be spelled the same or differently. Bear (the animal) and bare (meaning “uncovered” or “empty”) are homophones. But so are bark (the sound a dog makes) and bark (the covering of a tree). And the different senses of bear (the animal and the verb meaning “to carry”). The -graph in homograph means “written.” Homographs are words that are written the same—meaning they always have the same spelling—but have different meanings. Homographs can be pronounced the same or not. For example, bass (the fish, rhymes with class) and bass (the instrument, rhymes with ace) are homographs. But so are the different senses of bark and bear. Take a closer look at the homonym pair bare vs. bear. Homonym examples As we’ve just explained, the term homonym can refer to both a homophone and a homograph, so we’ve broken them down into two separate lists. The items from both lists can be broadly referred to as homonyms. But for clarity, it’s best to use the term homophones when referring to words that sound the same and homographs when referring to words that are spelled the same. Still, there are examples that fit into both categories, such as the different senses of bark and bear discussed earlier. Homophone examples Here are just some of the many examples of homophones in English: there | their | they’re to | too | two its | it’s your | you’re whose | who’s by | buy | bye I | eye see | sea dear | deer bare | bear hair | hare here | hear air | heir where | wear pair | pear | pare fair | fare right | write | rite sight | site | cite steal | steel plain | plane sale | sail break | brake know | no week | weak add | ad meet | meat sell | cell great | grate piece | peace eight | ate one | won flower | flour for | four | fore our | hour wait | weight night | knight male | mail son | sun board | bored hole | whole sweet | suite tail | tale Homograph examples It’s impossible to count how many words are homographs because so many words have more than one meaning. We’ll separate this list into homographs that are pronounced differently and those that are pronounced the same. There are far fewer examples of ones that are pronounced differently. Homographs that are pronounced differently Here are several examples of homographs whose pronunciation is different. minute (the noun meaning “60 seconds”; the adjective meaning “very small”) bass (the fish; the instrument) Polish (from Poland) and polish (to make something shiny) bow (the noun referring to a ribbon tied in a decorative way; the verb meaning to bend reverently) close (the adjective meaning “nearby”; the verb meaning “to shut”) lead (the metal; the verb meaning “to act as a leader”) Homographs that are pronounced the same Here are some of the many, many homographs that sound the same, along with some of their common meanings (in many cases, there are multiple other meanings). bear (the animal; the verb meaning “to carry”) ring (a circle; a type of jewelry; what a phone does) fan (the appliance that makes wind; an admirer/appreciator) band (music group; a ring or strap) bat (the animal; a baseball bat) kind (the adjective meaning “nice”; the noun meaning “type”) part (a component of something; a line in one’s hair; the verb meaning “to separate”) park (a noun meaning an outdoor space; a verb meaning what you do to a car) class (lesson; category; classiness) fair (equitable or according to the rules; a carnival) Copyright 2024, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Did You Know You Can Write These 17 Words On The Calculator?

    Where were you the first time you learned you could spell words on a calculator? For most of us, the answer is an elementary or middle school math class. Maybe you had a friend who taught you the numbers to push to spell hello. Or, perhaps you were busy with homework and noticed the upside down numbers on your calculator looked like LOL. Before long you were probably trying all sorts of letter combinations trying to spell the longest (and silliest) possible words.

    The extra fun thing about calculator words is that they’re one type of ambigrams. An ambigram is a word, number, or other figure that can be read upside down. To create and read a calculator word, you have to enter the corresponding numbers backwards, then flip the calculator upside down. When you do this, a 7 becomes an L, a 3 becomes an E, and suddenly, it’s a whole new world of words to explore. Here’s a look at some of the most classic and entertaining calculator words you may have forgotten about. Please note: this post includes some anatomy slang.

    zoo

    Or should we say 200? Some words become “calculator words” simply because they’re easy to write, and this is certainly one of them. Most of us know zoos as parklike areas where wild animals are on public display, but the word zoo can also mean “a place, activity, or group marked by chaos or unrestrained behavior.” For example, a math class where every student is busy writing secret messages on their calculators. Hey, we’re just kidding.

    sizzle

    Multisyllable calculator words are a good way to dazzle everyone with your sizzling intellect. Case in point: if you type 372215 and flip it upside down, you get the word sizzle. This word originated in English as an imitation of the hissing sound sometimes heard during cooking, so it’s one calculator word that’s both an ambigram and an onomatopoeia.

    boob

    If you’ve ever typed 8008 or 8008135 into your calculator, you aren’t alone. Boob and boobies are the quintessential, silly calculator words many people first learn in middle or high school. Boob is, of course, slang for a breast (or a foolish person—like the kind that types boob on a calculator). Like many words that make middle schoolers giggle, these ones are probably frowned upon in most math classes. The less we say about this one, the better.

    logo

    Logotype isn’t possible to spell on a calculator, but its shortened form, logo, certainly is. Typing 0607 will give you this noun that means “a graphic representation or symbol of a company name, trademark, abbreviation, etc., often uniquely designed for ready recognition.” Come to think of it, a brand name spelled out on a calculator could make a pretty cool logo.

    obsess

    If you’re a little bit obsessed with calculator words (or the number five), just input 553580. That’s how you spell obsess, which means “to occupy or preoccupy the thoughts, feelings, or desires of (a person); beset, trouble, or haunt persistently or abnormally.” The word comes from the Latin obsessus, a past participle of obsidēre, meaning “to occupy, frequent, besiege.”

    LOL

    You can laugh out loud or you can laugh on a calculator. 707 should get the message across. LOL is a ’90s internet abbreviation for “laugh out loud” or “laughing out loud.” These days, it’s less popular than a simple haha or a laughing emoji, but on a calculator it’s the clearest (and only) way to let someone know you appreciate their sense of humor.

    eggshell

    The next word on the list is eggshell. That’s 77345663, for those trying to spell it at home. This word, which refers to the shell of a bird’s egg, a paint color, and even a type of paper, may not be the zaniest word you can think of, but if your goal is to type the longest calculator word, it is definitely a contender.

    giggle

    Sometimes a good calculator word can give you a serious case of the giggles. Other times, the word is literally giggle. You can create this word by punching in 376616. This word, which entered English in the 1500s, is likely related to the Dutch gigelen or the German gickeln. On a calculator, it’s ideal for people who really like the number six.

    hello

    Here’s another quintessential calculator word that’s easy to learn. 07734 spells hello. Interestingly, it wouldn’t be possible to spell hello on a calculator if not for its modern form. The word evolved from hallo, a variant of hollo, which is itself a variant of the earlier Middle French hola, equivalent to “ahoy there.” There’s no great way to make the letter A on a calculator, so it’s a good thing language evolves.

    hobbies

    It’s nice to have hobbies. Hobby comes from the Middle English hoby, which referred to a horse in the 13th century. From hoby evolved hobbyhorse, a children’s toy, which was later shortened to its modern form. Since the word hobby means “an activity or interest pursued for pleasure or relaxation,” practicing your calculator spelling could technically count as one. If you grab the nearest calculator and type the numbers 5318804, you’ll have both the word hobbies and a new hobby.

    LEGO

    If you input 0637 on a calculator, you’ll get the name of a beloved classic toy. We know typing LEGO may not be as fun as playing with the trademarked LEGO construction toys, but it’s still pretty interesting, especially if you know where the LEGO name comes from. LEGO is an abbreviation of the Danish leg godt, which means “to play well.”

    Ohio

    You can’t spell all of the US state names on a calculator, but you can spell Ohio. Just hit 0140. While you’re typing it, it might be fun to share a few fun Ohio facts, like the fact that its capital is Columbus, it’s abbreviated with the letters OH, and it’s bordered by five other states: Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana.

    igloo

    It’s time for the ones and zeros to shine. Igloo can be spelled on a calculator by pressing 00761. First recorded in the mid-1800s, igloo comes from the Inuit word iglu, meaning “house.” In English, igloo doesn’t only describe dome-shaped structures. It’s also the word for “an excavation made by a seal in the snow over its breathing hole in the ice.”

    goggle

    Quick, what’s a six-letter calculator word that’s formed using at least three sixes? Goggle, or 376606, is the answer. Goggle is an interesting word because no one is 100% certain where it comes from. The word was first recorded in the 1300s and referred to movements of the eyes, such as bulging or rolling. It wasn’t until the 1700s that goggle began to refer to protective eye coverings.

    lilies

    The plural of lily is lilies, our next fun calculator word. Note that there is only one L in the middle of the word, so the correct way to input it on the calculator is 531717. A lily is, of course, a type of flowering plant, or it may refer to the ​​fleur-de-lis, especially as the symbol of France. It’s one of the only flower names able to be spelled using a calculator.

    boss

    Are you a 5508? That spells boss. You may be a boss in the literal sense, like a manager, or you might be a boss in the slang sense, which means “first-rate.” Believe it or not, the slang sense of the word isn’t just something the kids are saying. The first recorded use of boss to mean “excellent” occurred in the 1880s.

    shoes

    It’s almost time to hit the road, but not before we get to our final word: shoes. Footwear has certainly evolved since the ’90s and ’00s, when many of us were learning calculator words for the first time, but this five-letter word never goes out of style. In fact, shoe was first recorded in English before the year 900. All you need to do to spell this one is to hit 53045.

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    Did You Know You Can Write These 17 Words On The Calculator? Where were you the first time you learned you could spell words on a calculator? For most of us, the answer is an elementary or middle school math class. Maybe you had a friend who taught you the numbers to push to spell hello. Or, perhaps you were busy with homework and noticed the upside down numbers on your calculator looked like LOL. Before long you were probably trying all sorts of letter combinations trying to spell the longest (and silliest) possible words. The extra fun thing about calculator words is that they’re one type of ambigrams. An ambigram is a word, number, or other figure that can be read upside down. To create and read a calculator word, you have to enter the corresponding numbers backwards, then flip the calculator upside down. When you do this, a 7 becomes an L, a 3 becomes an E, and suddenly, it’s a whole new world of words to explore. Here’s a look at some of the most classic and entertaining calculator words you may have forgotten about. Please note: this post includes some anatomy slang. zoo Or should we say 200? Some words become “calculator words” simply because they’re easy to write, and this is certainly one of them. Most of us know zoos as parklike areas where wild animals are on public display, but the word zoo can also mean “a place, activity, or group marked by chaos or unrestrained behavior.” For example, a math class where every student is busy writing secret messages on their calculators. Hey, we’re just kidding. sizzle Multisyllable calculator words are a good way to dazzle everyone with your sizzling intellect. Case in point: if you type 372215 and flip it upside down, you get the word sizzle. This word originated in English as an imitation of the hissing sound sometimes heard during cooking, so it’s one calculator word that’s both an ambigram and an onomatopoeia. boob If you’ve ever typed 8008 or 8008135 into your calculator, you aren’t alone. Boob and boobies are the quintessential, silly calculator words many people first learn in middle or high school. Boob is, of course, slang for a breast (or a foolish person—like the kind that types boob on a calculator). Like many words that make middle schoolers giggle, these ones are probably frowned upon in most math classes. The less we say about this one, the better. logo Logotype isn’t possible to spell on a calculator, but its shortened form, logo, certainly is. Typing 0607 will give you this noun that means “a graphic representation or symbol of a company name, trademark, abbreviation, etc., often uniquely designed for ready recognition.” Come to think of it, a brand name spelled out on a calculator could make a pretty cool logo. obsess If you’re a little bit obsessed with calculator words (or the number five), just input 553580. That’s how you spell obsess, which means “to occupy or preoccupy the thoughts, feelings, or desires of (a person); beset, trouble, or haunt persistently or abnormally.” The word comes from the Latin obsessus, a past participle of obsidēre, meaning “to occupy, frequent, besiege.” LOL You can laugh out loud or you can laugh on a calculator. 707 should get the message across. LOL is a ’90s internet abbreviation for “laugh out loud” or “laughing out loud.” These days, it’s less popular than a simple haha or a laughing emoji, but on a calculator it’s the clearest (and only) way to let someone know you appreciate their sense of humor. eggshell The next word on the list is eggshell. That’s 77345663, for those trying to spell it at home. This word, which refers to the shell of a bird’s egg, a paint color, and even a type of paper, may not be the zaniest word you can think of, but if your goal is to type the longest calculator word, it is definitely a contender. giggle Sometimes a good calculator word can give you a serious case of the giggles. Other times, the word is literally giggle. You can create this word by punching in 376616. This word, which entered English in the 1500s, is likely related to the Dutch gigelen or the German gickeln. On a calculator, it’s ideal for people who really like the number six. hello Here’s another quintessential calculator word that’s easy to learn. 07734 spells hello. Interestingly, it wouldn’t be possible to spell hello on a calculator if not for its modern form. The word evolved from hallo, a variant of hollo, which is itself a variant of the earlier Middle French hola, equivalent to “ahoy there.” There’s no great way to make the letter A on a calculator, so it’s a good thing language evolves. hobbies It’s nice to have hobbies. Hobby comes from the Middle English hoby, which referred to a horse in the 13th century. From hoby evolved hobbyhorse, a children’s toy, which was later shortened to its modern form. Since the word hobby means “an activity or interest pursued for pleasure or relaxation,” practicing your calculator spelling could technically count as one. If you grab the nearest calculator and type the numbers 5318804, you’ll have both the word hobbies and a new hobby. LEGO If you input 0637 on a calculator, you’ll get the name of a beloved classic toy. We know typing LEGO may not be as fun as playing with the trademarked LEGO construction toys, but it’s still pretty interesting, especially if you know where the LEGO name comes from. LEGO is an abbreviation of the Danish leg godt, which means “to play well.” Ohio You can’t spell all of the US state names on a calculator, but you can spell Ohio. Just hit 0140. While you’re typing it, it might be fun to share a few fun Ohio facts, like the fact that its capital is Columbus, it’s abbreviated with the letters OH, and it’s bordered by five other states: Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana. igloo It’s time for the ones and zeros to shine. Igloo can be spelled on a calculator by pressing 00761. First recorded in the mid-1800s, igloo comes from the Inuit word iglu, meaning “house.” In English, igloo doesn’t only describe dome-shaped structures. It’s also the word for “an excavation made by a seal in the snow over its breathing hole in the ice.” goggle Quick, what’s a six-letter calculator word that’s formed using at least three sixes? Goggle, or 376606, is the answer. Goggle is an interesting word because no one is 100% certain where it comes from. The word was first recorded in the 1300s and referred to movements of the eyes, such as bulging or rolling. It wasn’t until the 1700s that goggle began to refer to protective eye coverings. lilies The plural of lily is lilies, our next fun calculator word. Note that there is only one L in the middle of the word, so the correct way to input it on the calculator is 531717. A lily is, of course, a type of flowering plant, or it may refer to the ​​fleur-de-lis, especially as the symbol of France. It’s one of the only flower names able to be spelled using a calculator. boss Are you a 5508? That spells boss. You may be a boss in the literal sense, like a manager, or you might be a boss in the slang sense, which means “first-rate.” Believe it or not, the slang sense of the word isn’t just something the kids are saying. The first recorded use of boss to mean “excellent” occurred in the 1880s. shoes It’s almost time to hit the road, but not before we get to our final word: shoes. Footwear has certainly evolved since the ’90s and ’00s, when many of us were learning calculator words for the first time, but this five-letter word never goes out of style. In fact, shoe was first recorded in English before the year 900. All you need to do to spell this one is to hit 53045. Copyright 2024, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • 10 Conversational Tips That Take The Stress Out Of Small Talk

    We’ve all been there: you’re at a party and trying to find an “in” to start an engaging conversation with someone you just met. Or, maybe it’s a professional conference, and you want to make an impression on a new contact you’d love to have in your network. You want to say the right thing, but your mind feels blank, like you’ve completely forgotten how to communicate with other human beings.

    Making small talk is a skill, and it’s not easy, but the good news is that there’s always time to learn. Think about the conversations you have with the people you like and know well. When talking with these people, you likely practice good conversational skills without even realizing it, like:

    Listening attentively.
    Being present.
    Trying not to repeat yourself.
    Showing interest.
    Going with the flow.

    The trick to making great small talk is to find ways to call upon those same friendly conversational skills, even when you’re speaking with someone you don’t know well, in a brand-new environment, or in an awkward or high-pressure situation. How do you do that? We’ve got your back. Here are 10 tips to improve your small talk game and make it look easy.

    1. Start with an introduction. Sometimes the best way to break the ice is simply to introduce yourself.

    “Hi, I’m Pete, the groom’s brother. How do you know the couple?”
    “I’m Allison Smith, the head of sales at Office Corp. What company are you representing?”
    “My name’s Lupita. I’m in the theater program here at NYU. What’s your major?”
    It seems easy, but you’d be surprised how quickly people can forget a simple introduction when they’re fumbling for the best thing to say. If you start with your name and some information related to the event or something you might have in common, you create opportunities to learn something about them, which can help you launch effortlessly into a longer conversation.

    2. Have some topics in the bank.

    It’s easy for your mind to go blank when you’re asked a question about yourself or trying to pull topics out of thin air, so make sure you always show up prepared. Think of three to five interesting things you’ve done recently that might make good conversation starters, such as:

    A new restaurant you’ve tried.
    A book you loved.
    A movie you’re really excited about.
    The last trip you took.
    What you did over the weekend.
    Your most recent professional development opportunity.
    Your favorite hobby.
    The unique origins of pasta names. (Well, we like dictionary talk …)
    While you’re at it, brush up on current events that might be interesting to discuss. If you’re attending a work event, make sure you’re up-to-date on the latest industry news and goings-on at your company.

    3. Use open-ended questions.

    Asking a “yes or no” question is one of the fastest ways to kill a conversation because it doesn’t give you anything to build on. Instead, try to ask open-ended questions. These are questions that can’t be answered with a single word, and that means the other person has to expand on what they’re saying, giving you plenty of opportunities to latch onto something they say and keep the words flowing.

    4. Agree, then add something.

    If you’re at an event and someone makes an observation about your surroundings, the host, or even something totally unrelated, go with it. Their statement can be a good opportunity to add your own observations, establish a connection, and move forward into a conversation. First, affirm what they’ve said, then add your own take, and follow it up with an open-ended question that leaves room to move to a new topic. Here’s how it might look in action:

    Them: “This signature cocktail is pretty good, huh?”
    You: “It is. It really complements the appetizers. Have you tried them yet?”

    If you don’t happen to agree with what they’ve said, that’s okay! You can still politely acknowledge it and forge ahead.

    Them: “This signature cocktail is pretty good, huh?”
    You: “It’s very unique. My attention has been on the appetizers. Have you tried them yet?”

    5. Be complimentary.

    If you want to seem friendly and approachable, find nice things to say about others. (We happen to have some helpful synonyms for the word nice and tips for delivering sincere compliments.) People are more likely to be drawn to you if you’re open about pointing out how funny something they said was, how much you admire their sense of style, or how interested you are in their work. Compliments can also be a way to begin a conversation. Try something like this:

    “I just had to tell you, I love that tie! It’s so bold. I’m Eric, by the way. What’s your name?”
    “Dr. Stein, I’m Lexi Jones. I’m so thrilled to meet you. Your book was fascinating. Are you studying anything new?”
    “I’m Shawn. My sister said you’re an amazing artist. I’m so glad we ended up at the same table. Tell me about your work.”

    6. Let them teach you something.

    No one is an expert on every topic. If they mention something you don’t know much about, don’t let the conversation die there. Use it as an opportunity for conversation. People love to talk about themselves and things they’re passionate about, so express your curiosity and allow them to share more knowledge with you. Here are some ideas for how to do this:

    “I’ve never been fly-fishing before. What is it like?”
    “I’m not familiar with that program yet. Is it difficult to learn?”
    “I’ve been meaning to check out that band. Which album should I start with?”

    7. Use the ARE method.

    If you’re the kind of person who wishes there was an easy equation for small talk, we have good news. Some psychologists recommend the ARE method. ARE stands for anchor, reveal, and encourage.

    First, anchor yourself and the other person in the moment by making an observation about your shared location or experience. Next, reveal something about yourself in relation to the anchor, like how it makes you feel, something you’ve noticed, or something you’re interested in or excited about. Lastly, encourage participation from the other person by asking a related question. It will look like this:

    Anchor: “There are so many new faces at the conference this year.”
    Reveal: “I’m really inspired by all of the talent here.”
    Encourage: “Have you met anyone interesting so far?”

    8. Be real with it.

    If you’re feeling rusty at small talk, guess what? You are not alone. Most people struggle with talking to and getting to know new people, and it’s okay to admit that it’s hard. If you express that you’re not very good at small talk or feeling nervous in the situation, many people will find this relatable and it can start the conversation—which is the goal! It can be as simple as saying something like:

    “I’m terrible at small talk, but I’m really interested in speaking with you.”
    “I apologize in advance for any awkwardness. Small talk isn’t my strong suit, but I’m really curious about your work.”
    “Nothing like trying to make small talk with a table full of strangers, huh? How’s your night going?”

    9. Have an exit strategy.

    Sometimes you just need to get away. That’s okay. Making a smooth exit is also a part of being skilled at small talk. You could excuse yourself to the restroom or the buffet, but the easiest way to get out of a conversation is to be polite and direct. Let them know you enjoyed speaking with them and that you’re going to direct your attention to something else now.

    “It was lovely meeting you. I’m going to refresh my drink and check in with the host.”
    “Excuse me, but I just saw someone I need to speak with. It was nice chatting with you.”
    “I’m so glad we met. I hope to run into you again later on.”

    10. Practice often.

    For many of us, hating small talk also means avoiding it at all costs. The only problem is, this makes small talk harder when it can’t be avoided. Instead of fleeing from every situation that might require you to banter with strangers, try to see those as opportunities for more practice.

    Most small talk conversations have fairly low stakes. Practice introducing yourself, asking a few questions about the other person, and politely excusing yourself after a few moments. Before you know it, you’ll be a pro, and awkward silences will be a thing of the past.

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    10 Conversational Tips That Take The Stress Out Of Small Talk We’ve all been there: you’re at a party and trying to find an “in” to start an engaging conversation with someone you just met. Or, maybe it’s a professional conference, and you want to make an impression on a new contact you’d love to have in your network. You want to say the right thing, but your mind feels blank, like you’ve completely forgotten how to communicate with other human beings. Making small talk is a skill, and it’s not easy, but the good news is that there’s always time to learn. Think about the conversations you have with the people you like and know well. When talking with these people, you likely practice good conversational skills without even realizing it, like: Listening attentively. Being present. Trying not to repeat yourself. Showing interest. Going with the flow. The trick to making great small talk is to find ways to call upon those same friendly conversational skills, even when you’re speaking with someone you don’t know well, in a brand-new environment, or in an awkward or high-pressure situation. How do you do that? We’ve got your back. Here are 10 tips to improve your small talk game and make it look easy. 1. Start with an introduction. Sometimes the best way to break the ice is simply to introduce yourself. “Hi, I’m Pete, the groom’s brother. How do you know the couple?” “I’m Allison Smith, the head of sales at Office Corp. What company are you representing?” “My name’s Lupita. I’m in the theater program here at NYU. What’s your major?” It seems easy, but you’d be surprised how quickly people can forget a simple introduction when they’re fumbling for the best thing to say. If you start with your name and some information related to the event or something you might have in common, you create opportunities to learn something about them, which can help you launch effortlessly into a longer conversation. 2. Have some topics in the bank. It’s easy for your mind to go blank when you’re asked a question about yourself or trying to pull topics out of thin air, so make sure you always show up prepared. Think of three to five interesting things you’ve done recently that might make good conversation starters, such as: A new restaurant you’ve tried. A book you loved. A movie you’re really excited about. The last trip you took. What you did over the weekend. Your most recent professional development opportunity. Your favorite hobby. The unique origins of pasta names. (Well, we like dictionary talk …) While you’re at it, brush up on current events that might be interesting to discuss. If you’re attending a work event, make sure you’re up-to-date on the latest industry news and goings-on at your company. 3. Use open-ended questions. Asking a “yes or no” question is one of the fastest ways to kill a conversation because it doesn’t give you anything to build on. Instead, try to ask open-ended questions. These are questions that can’t be answered with a single word, and that means the other person has to expand on what they’re saying, giving you plenty of opportunities to latch onto something they say and keep the words flowing. 4. Agree, then add something. If you’re at an event and someone makes an observation about your surroundings, the host, or even something totally unrelated, go with it. Their statement can be a good opportunity to add your own observations, establish a connection, and move forward into a conversation. First, affirm what they’ve said, then add your own take, and follow it up with an open-ended question that leaves room to move to a new topic. Here’s how it might look in action: Them: “This signature cocktail is pretty good, huh?” You: “It is. It really complements the appetizers. Have you tried them yet?” If you don’t happen to agree with what they’ve said, that’s okay! You can still politely acknowledge it and forge ahead. Them: “This signature cocktail is pretty good, huh?” You: “It’s very unique. My attention has been on the appetizers. Have you tried them yet?” 5. Be complimentary. If you want to seem friendly and approachable, find nice things to say about others. (We happen to have some helpful synonyms for the word nice and tips for delivering sincere compliments.) People are more likely to be drawn to you if you’re open about pointing out how funny something they said was, how much you admire their sense of style, or how interested you are in their work. Compliments can also be a way to begin a conversation. Try something like this: “I just had to tell you, I love that tie! It’s so bold. I’m Eric, by the way. What’s your name?” “Dr. Stein, I’m Lexi Jones. I’m so thrilled to meet you. Your book was fascinating. Are you studying anything new?” “I’m Shawn. My sister said you’re an amazing artist. I’m so glad we ended up at the same table. Tell me about your work.” 6. Let them teach you something. No one is an expert on every topic. If they mention something you don’t know much about, don’t let the conversation die there. Use it as an opportunity for conversation. People love to talk about themselves and things they’re passionate about, so express your curiosity and allow them to share more knowledge with you. Here are some ideas for how to do this: “I’ve never been fly-fishing before. What is it like?” “I’m not familiar with that program yet. Is it difficult to learn?” “I’ve been meaning to check out that band. Which album should I start with?” 7. Use the ARE method. If you’re the kind of person who wishes there was an easy equation for small talk, we have good news. Some psychologists recommend the ARE method. ARE stands for anchor, reveal, and encourage. First, anchor yourself and the other person in the moment by making an observation about your shared location or experience. Next, reveal something about yourself in relation to the anchor, like how it makes you feel, something you’ve noticed, or something you’re interested in or excited about. Lastly, encourage participation from the other person by asking a related question. It will look like this: Anchor: “There are so many new faces at the conference this year.” Reveal: “I’m really inspired by all of the talent here.” Encourage: “Have you met anyone interesting so far?” 8. Be real with it. If you’re feeling rusty at small talk, guess what? You are not alone. Most people struggle with talking to and getting to know new people, and it’s okay to admit that it’s hard. If you express that you’re not very good at small talk or feeling nervous in the situation, many people will find this relatable and it can start the conversation—which is the goal! It can be as simple as saying something like: “I’m terrible at small talk, but I’m really interested in speaking with you.” “I apologize in advance for any awkwardness. Small talk isn’t my strong suit, but I’m really curious about your work.” “Nothing like trying to make small talk with a table full of strangers, huh? How’s your night going?” 9. Have an exit strategy. Sometimes you just need to get away. That’s okay. Making a smooth exit is also a part of being skilled at small talk. You could excuse yourself to the restroom or the buffet, but the easiest way to get out of a conversation is to be polite and direct. Let them know you enjoyed speaking with them and that you’re going to direct your attention to something else now. “It was lovely meeting you. I’m going to refresh my drink and check in with the host.” “Excuse me, but I just saw someone I need to speak with. It was nice chatting with you.” “I’m so glad we met. I hope to run into you again later on.” 10. Practice often. For many of us, hating small talk also means avoiding it at all costs. The only problem is, this makes small talk harder when it can’t be avoided. Instead of fleeing from every situation that might require you to banter with strangers, try to see those as opportunities for more practice. Most small talk conversations have fairly low stakes. Practice introducing yourself, asking a few questions about the other person, and politely excusing yourself after a few moments. Before you know it, you’ll be a pro, and awkward silences will be a thing of the past. Copyright 2024, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • Ready To Make Small Talk? Here Are 10 Different Kinds To Try!

    If the term small talk sends a pang of dread shooting through your chest, you aren’t alone. That very word may have you picturing yourself stranded with a group of strangers, desperately trying to think of questions to ask while everyone stares at you awkwardly. Luckily, small talk doesn’t have to be that way. There are plenty of ways to improve your small talk skills. It also helps to remember that different situations call for different kinds of small talk. Small talk can be used to connect with old friends, make new ones, banter with potential dates, and network with clients and connections. Here’s a guide to the many different kinds of small talk and some fun facts about each type. Think of this as a cheat sheet you can carry with you into your next great conversation!

    chitchat

    If you’ve ever made “light conversation, casual talk, or gossip” with someone, then you’ve engaged in chitchat. It’s a form of small talk that might occur between acquaintances and usually doesn’t delve into heavy or serious topics. People have been chitchatting for a lot longer than you might think. The word is a duplicate form of chat that’s been in use in English since the early 1700s.

    table talk

    Table talk is called that because, well, it happens most often at a table. Defined as “informal conversation at meals,” table talk is what you might expect at a dinner party or an after-work happy hour meetup. Sometimes it can take a turn for the serious (see: awkward family dinners during Thanksgiving), but topics are usually lighthearted and meant to keep guests engaged. The phrase table talk has been in use since the mid-1500s.

    exchanging pleasantries

    If you don’t know someone well, the first step to talking with them is exchanging pleasantries. A pleasantry is “a courteous social remark used to initiate or facilitate a conversation,” such as complimenting the decor at a new acquaintance’s house or commenting on the weather as you and a new neighbor both check your mailboxes. The word pleasantry has been in use in English since the 1600s.

    shooting the breeze

    To shoot the breeze means “to talk idly, chat.” The word breeze sometimes means “an easy task; something done or carried on without difficulty.” In this sense, you can think of shooting the breeze as engaging in easy conversation, like the ones had when lounging around at a party or other relaxed gathering. This phrase may have originated as a variant of shooting the bull, in which bull means “empty talk or lies.” Shooting the breeze has been in use in English since at least 1919.

    causerie

    Causerie sounds like it might refer to something formal or serious, but it actually means “an informal talk or chat.” You might engage in a causerie while gathered around the buffet table or mingling with other attendees at a conference. First recorded in the 1820s, causerie comes from the French causer, meaning “to chat.”

    chinwag

    If you wish to “chat idly or gossip” with an acquaintance, you might pop by for a chinwag. Chinwag is a 19th-century word that is likely borrowed from British English, though the exact origins of the phrase are unknown. Chinwag likely refers to the physical act of talking, as in the way a chin wags, or “moves from side to side or up and down” when one speaks. Chinwagging is something you can do with a friend or with people you don’t know well.

    schmoozing

    Schmoozing is the kind of small talk that often happens when people are trying to make connections. It means “idle conversation; chatter,” but it’s often used to describe situations in which that idle chatter is intended to help you get “in” with a certain person or group. You might schmooze with the boss at the holiday party or schmooze with the other PTA parents you’re trying to get to know. The word schmooze is an Americanism, but it has roots in Yiddish. The verb schmues, from the Hebrew shəmūʿōth, means “reports, gossip.”

    persiflage

    The kind of frivolous, easy small talk you might make at a party can also be called persiflage. This word, meaning “light, bantering talk or writing,” comes from the French persifler, meaning “to banter” or “to tease.” Persiflage, then, describes small talk that is fun. It might include jokes, witticisms, and clever repartee. Who knows? You might even end up with a new friend. The word persiflage was first recorded in English in the 1750s.

    banter

    Banter is “an exchange of light, playful, teasing remarks; good-natured raillery.” It’s what can happen when small talk is going well. Often, you might engage in banter with a new acquaintance with whom you get along particularly well. Banter might also be the preferred type of small talk on a first date or when you’re really connecting with someone new on a dating app. The origin of the word banter is unknown, but English speakers have been using it since at least the 1660s.

    gossip

    Gossip technically counts as a form of small talk, but proceed with caution: depending on the subject of the gossip, this one could land you in hot water. Gossip is defined as “idle talk or rumor, especially about the personal or private affairs of others,” and the concept has been around for a very long time. First recorded before 1050, gossip can be traced to the Old English godsibb, a term that initially meant “godparent,” but later came to be applied to familiar friends, especially a woman’s female friends. This is likely due to the outdated belief that women were more fond of “light talk” or gossip.

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    Ready To Make Small Talk? Here Are 10 Different Kinds To Try! If the term small talk sends a pang of dread shooting through your chest, you aren’t alone. That very word may have you picturing yourself stranded with a group of strangers, desperately trying to think of questions to ask while everyone stares at you awkwardly. Luckily, small talk doesn’t have to be that way. There are plenty of ways to improve your small talk skills. It also helps to remember that different situations call for different kinds of small talk. Small talk can be used to connect with old friends, make new ones, banter with potential dates, and network with clients and connections. Here’s a guide to the many different kinds of small talk and some fun facts about each type. Think of this as a cheat sheet you can carry with you into your next great conversation! chitchat If you’ve ever made “light conversation, casual talk, or gossip” with someone, then you’ve engaged in chitchat. It’s a form of small talk that might occur between acquaintances and usually doesn’t delve into heavy or serious topics. People have been chitchatting for a lot longer than you might think. The word is a duplicate form of chat that’s been in use in English since the early 1700s. table talk Table talk is called that because, well, it happens most often at a table. Defined as “informal conversation at meals,” table talk is what you might expect at a dinner party or an after-work happy hour meetup. Sometimes it can take a turn for the serious (see: awkward family dinners during Thanksgiving), but topics are usually lighthearted and meant to keep guests engaged. The phrase table talk has been in use since the mid-1500s. exchanging pleasantries If you don’t know someone well, the first step to talking with them is exchanging pleasantries. A pleasantry is “a courteous social remark used to initiate or facilitate a conversation,” such as complimenting the decor at a new acquaintance’s house or commenting on the weather as you and a new neighbor both check your mailboxes. The word pleasantry has been in use in English since the 1600s. shooting the breeze To shoot the breeze means “to talk idly, chat.” The word breeze sometimes means “an easy task; something done or carried on without difficulty.” In this sense, you can think of shooting the breeze as engaging in easy conversation, like the ones had when lounging around at a party or other relaxed gathering. This phrase may have originated as a variant of shooting the bull, in which bull means “empty talk or lies.” Shooting the breeze has been in use in English since at least 1919. causerie Causerie sounds like it might refer to something formal or serious, but it actually means “an informal talk or chat.” You might engage in a causerie while gathered around the buffet table or mingling with other attendees at a conference. First recorded in the 1820s, causerie comes from the French causer, meaning “to chat.” chinwag If you wish to “chat idly or gossip” with an acquaintance, you might pop by for a chinwag. Chinwag is a 19th-century word that is likely borrowed from British English, though the exact origins of the phrase are unknown. Chinwag likely refers to the physical act of talking, as in the way a chin wags, or “moves from side to side or up and down” when one speaks. Chinwagging is something you can do with a friend or with people you don’t know well. schmoozing Schmoozing is the kind of small talk that often happens when people are trying to make connections. It means “idle conversation; chatter,” but it’s often used to describe situations in which that idle chatter is intended to help you get “in” with a certain person or group. You might schmooze with the boss at the holiday party or schmooze with the other PTA parents you’re trying to get to know. The word schmooze is an Americanism, but it has roots in Yiddish. The verb schmues, from the Hebrew shəmūʿōth, means “reports, gossip.” persiflage The kind of frivolous, easy small talk you might make at a party can also be called persiflage. This word, meaning “light, bantering talk or writing,” comes from the French persifler, meaning “to banter” or “to tease.” Persiflage, then, describes small talk that is fun. It might include jokes, witticisms, and clever repartee. Who knows? You might even end up with a new friend. The word persiflage was first recorded in English in the 1750s. banter Banter is “an exchange of light, playful, teasing remarks; good-natured raillery.” It’s what can happen when small talk is going well. Often, you might engage in banter with a new acquaintance with whom you get along particularly well. Banter might also be the preferred type of small talk on a first date or when you’re really connecting with someone new on a dating app. The origin of the word banter is unknown, but English speakers have been using it since at least the 1660s. gossip Gossip technically counts as a form of small talk, but proceed with caution: depending on the subject of the gossip, this one could land you in hot water. Gossip is defined as “idle talk or rumor, especially about the personal or private affairs of others,” and the concept has been around for a very long time. First recorded before 1050, gossip can be traced to the Old English godsibb, a term that initially meant “godparent,” but later came to be applied to familiar friends, especially a woman’s female friends. This is likely due to the outdated belief that women were more fond of “light talk” or gossip. Copyright 2024, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • “A Lot” vs. “Alot” vs. “Allot”: How Much Difference Is There Between Them?

    We use a lot … a lot. But ask someone to define a lot and they’ll probably start by saying “A lot means … a lot!” That’s because it’s so commonly used that it can be hard to think of how to explain it.

    A lot can seem like it should be a single word—and maybe one day the spelling alot will appear in this dictionary. But right now, the two-word spelling a lot is the one that’s recognized as standard. As for allot, it’s a different word altogether (even though it’s pronounced the same).

    Allot some time to learn why a lot is spelled the way it is, and we promise you’ll learn a lot more along the way (including how to know whether a lot is being used as a noun or an adverb).

    Quick summary

    A lot, which is often misspelled as alot, means “a large number or quantity” or “very much,” and it can be used as a noun or an adverb. Allot is a verb that means “to portion out” or “to set aside a share or portion of something, such as money or time, for a specific purpose.”

    What does a lot mean?

    As a noun, a lot means “a large number, quantity, or amount,” as in That’s a lot of cheese! or I only have a few hobbies, but my husband has a lot.

    As an adverb, a lot means “very much” or “a great deal,” as in I love you a lot, or “often,” as in I’ve been practicing a lot. It’s used as an adverb in the phrase Thanks a lot (which is the same as saying Thanks very much).

    Sometimes, it can be hard to tell whether a lot is being used as a noun or an adverb (making it hard to know what it’s supposed to mean). One way to tell is to remember that the noun use of a lot can be (and often is) paired with the word of and another noun. For example, in the sentence I had to study a lot for the test, the term a lot could refer to a lot of material, in which case it’s being used as a noun. However, if a lot is supposed to mean “often,” it’s being used as an adverb.

    A lot is probably misspelled as alot so commonly because we tend to think of it as functioning as a single word, but it’s really a combination of two: a (the extremely common indefinite article we use all the time, as in I have a cat and a dog) and lot (which, by itself, can mean “large number or quantity” or “great deal”).

    The word lots can mean the same thing as (and can be used interchangeably with) a lot, both as a noun, as in Lots of people were at the party, and as an adverb, as in I love you lots or I’ve been practicing lots. A lot is informal but very common, and lots is even more informal.

    A lot is very similar to other constructions like a ton (which can be used as a synonym of a lot) and a bit (which can be thought of as the opposite of a lot). Like a lot, both terms can also function as both nouns and adverbs: a bit of cheese (noun); back up a bit so you can be in the picture (adverb).

    What does allot mean?

    Allot is a verb that means “to divide out something into shares or portions,” as in His estate was allotted among his heirs.

    It can also mean “to dedicate or assign something, especially money or time, for a specific purpose,” as in We’re going to allot half of our budget for supplies or Please allot some time to review your work.

    The noun form is allotment, which can mean the same thing as portion.

    How to use a lot vs. alot vs. allot

    When to use a lot: when you’re talking about a large quantity of something or want to indicate that something happens or is done often or all the time. A lot is only ever used as a noun or an adverb.

    When to use alot: don’t. It’s a misspelling of a lot.

    When to use allot: when you’re talking about dividing something into portions or devoting a portion of time, money, or something else to a specific purpose. Allot is only ever used as a verb.

    Examples of a lot and allot used in a sentence

    Check out these examples to see how a lot and allot are commonly used in a sentence (sometimes even in the same one).

    - I like a lot of toppings on my pizza.
    - I have a lot, and I believe it’s my responsibility to help people who have very little.
    - I’ve been thinking a lot about this problem, and I think I have a solution.
    - The remaining shares have been allotted between you and your sister.
    - The residents at the meeting requested that we allot more money to the park project.
    - You’ll need to allot a lot of time to count the ballots—there are almost 500.

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    “A Lot” vs. “Alot” vs. “Allot”: How Much Difference Is There Between Them? We use a lot … a lot. But ask someone to define a lot and they’ll probably start by saying “A lot means … a lot!” That’s because it’s so commonly used that it can be hard to think of how to explain it. A lot can seem like it should be a single word—and maybe one day the spelling alot will appear in this dictionary. But right now, the two-word spelling a lot is the one that’s recognized as standard. As for allot, it’s a different word altogether (even though it’s pronounced the same). Allot some time to learn why a lot is spelled the way it is, and we promise you’ll learn a lot more along the way (including how to know whether a lot is being used as a noun or an adverb). Quick summary A lot, which is often misspelled as alot, means “a large number or quantity” or “very much,” and it can be used as a noun or an adverb. Allot is a verb that means “to portion out” or “to set aside a share or portion of something, such as money or time, for a specific purpose.” What does a lot mean? As a noun, a lot means “a large number, quantity, or amount,” as in That’s a lot of cheese! or I only have a few hobbies, but my husband has a lot. As an adverb, a lot means “very much” or “a great deal,” as in I love you a lot, or “often,” as in I’ve been practicing a lot. It’s used as an adverb in the phrase Thanks a lot (which is the same as saying Thanks very much). Sometimes, it can be hard to tell whether a lot is being used as a noun or an adverb (making it hard to know what it’s supposed to mean). One way to tell is to remember that the noun use of a lot can be (and often is) paired with the word of and another noun. For example, in the sentence I had to study a lot for the test, the term a lot could refer to a lot of material, in which case it’s being used as a noun. However, if a lot is supposed to mean “often,” it’s being used as an adverb. A lot is probably misspelled as alot so commonly because we tend to think of it as functioning as a single word, but it’s really a combination of two: a (the extremely common indefinite article we use all the time, as in I have a cat and a dog) and lot (which, by itself, can mean “large number or quantity” or “great deal”). The word lots can mean the same thing as (and can be used interchangeably with) a lot, both as a noun, as in Lots of people were at the party, and as an adverb, as in I love you lots or I’ve been practicing lots. A lot is informal but very common, and lots is even more informal. A lot is very similar to other constructions like a ton (which can be used as a synonym of a lot) and a bit (which can be thought of as the opposite of a lot). Like a lot, both terms can also function as both nouns and adverbs: a bit of cheese (noun); back up a bit so you can be in the picture (adverb). What does allot mean? Allot is a verb that means “to divide out something into shares or portions,” as in His estate was allotted among his heirs. It can also mean “to dedicate or assign something, especially money or time, for a specific purpose,” as in We’re going to allot half of our budget for supplies or Please allot some time to review your work. The noun form is allotment, which can mean the same thing as portion. How to use a lot vs. alot vs. allot When to use a lot: when you’re talking about a large quantity of something or want to indicate that something happens or is done often or all the time. A lot is only ever used as a noun or an adverb. When to use alot: don’t. It’s a misspelling of a lot. When to use allot: when you’re talking about dividing something into portions or devoting a portion of time, money, or something else to a specific purpose. Allot is only ever used as a verb. Examples of a lot and allot used in a sentence Check out these examples to see how a lot and allot are commonly used in a sentence (sometimes even in the same one). - I like a lot of toppings on my pizza. - I have a lot, and I believe it’s my responsibility to help people who have very little. - I’ve been thinking a lot about this problem, and I think I have a solution. - The remaining shares have been allotted between you and your sister. - The residents at the meeting requested that we allot more money to the park project. - You’ll need to allot a lot of time to count the ballots—there are almost 500. Copyright 2024, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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  • “Few” vs. “Couple” vs. “Several”: How Much Do They Really Mean?

    Every day, without thinking about it, we all refer to quantities without specifying a number. Most commonly, we do this by using terms like a few, a couple, and several. A lot of people have strong opinions about what each of these terms means—and what it doesn’t.

    In this article, we’ll discuss the differences, the overlap, and dig into these questions and a few (or several) more, including:

    - How many is few?
    - What’s the difference between few and a few?
    - How many is a couple?
    - What’s the difference between a couple and a few?
    - How many is several?

    Quick summary

    A couple most strictly means two, but it’s often used casually to mean much the same thing as a few, which commonly means around two, three, or four—it can be relative to the situation and the size of the numbers under discussion. For example, you might say only a few people came when it was 12 but 50 were invited. Several most commonly means more than two, but fewer than many. Depending on the context, the meanings of couple, few, and several, can overlap.

    How many is a few?

    A few is generally considered to mean between two and several. Some people use a few to mean around three, but this is not a universal interpretation. Its meaning is highly relative to the context—it often depends on what’s being discussed, especially the scale and expectations.

    When you say you ate a few of something, such as potato chips or candies, you might mean you ate three or four, but you could also mean you had, say, 10 or a small handful—especially if they’re small or you’d normally eat more. There are many other situations in which the same number would be considered many or a lot, especially if it’s considered more than normal.

    few vs. a few

    Even though they are both used to refer to a small but nonspecific quantity—and in some situations may even indicate the same quantity—the terms a few and few are subtly different.

    Sometimes, a few is used to point out that there are some, as opposed to none, as in Dave said we didn’t get any applications, but there are a few. You could also say Dave said we didn’t get any applications, but there are some.

    In contrast, few, as in Few are suited for this kind of work or There are very few positions available, emphasizes the limitedness of the quantity. Few emphasizes the low quantity and lack of items.

    Here are three sentences (and their interpretations) that illustrate the potential difference in meaning between few, a few, and only a few:

    - A few people attended. (This simply indicates the approximate number of people who attended).
    - Few people attended. (This emphasizes that attendance was low.)
    - Only a few people attended. (This emphasizes that attendance was low—and perhaps lower than expected or desired.)

    How many is a couple?

    In its strictest sense, the phrase a couple means two. It is commonly followed by of, as in I have a couple of errands to run or They made a couple of mistakes. Sometimes, it’s used without of, which is considered even more informal, as in a couple miles or a couple books. A couple more is also used frequently and informally: a couple more cookies and a couple more minutes.

    It’s very common for a couple to be used casually to mean around two, or three, or … in other words, it’s often used interchangeably with a few.

    a couple vs. a few

    In casual use, a couple and a few are often used interchangeably to refer to a low but nonspecific number of things. A couple is often more strictly interpreted as two or at least around two—maybe three or four, depending on the context.

    It’s possible that some people say a couple when they mean two or even three but then switch to a few when they mean three or four or more. But there’s no “correct” definition—everyone’s use differs without the meaning being misinterpreted too much.

    Of the two, a few is the more flexible. Most people would probably agree that even though a few and a couple are commonly used interchangeably, a few more commonly refers to higher quantities than a couple does. A couple is typically a small number, while a few can range higher depending on the context, scale, and expectations of what’s being discussed.

    How many is several?

    When it comes to several, well, there are going to be several answers. Generally speaking, several is used to refer to quantities above two or so but not so much that it’s a lot or many. Perhaps the most common interpretation or intended sense of several is around three to five, but this can vary greatly depending on the context. If the numbers under discussion are particularly large, then the exact meaning of several can expand. For example, several people could mean eight or nine or even more in a crowd of hundreds, but four or five in a crowd of 10.

    several vs. few

    Due to their malleable, nonspecific nature, several and a few can certainly overlap. Obviously, a few is on the low end, with several higher, so they overlap somewhere in the middle. For example, four cats could be several or a few, depending on the situation, expectations, or other factors.

    Here are some examples of how several vs. few are used interchangeably.

    - My sister called several minutes ago.
    - My sister called a few minutes ago.

    Examples of few, couple, and several used in a sentence

    Here are some examples of how a few, few, couple, and several are used in real-life contexts.

    - I like a few olives on my salad.
    - Few people have seen the new house yet, but we did invite a few close friends over when we moved in.
    - I ate a couple of cookies from the jar.
    - I need a few good ideas—I’d like everyone to submit a couple of suggestions.
    - We need to interview a few more candidates if we hope to have several on the shortlist.

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    “Few” vs. “Couple” vs. “Several”: How Much Do They Really Mean? Every day, without thinking about it, we all refer to quantities without specifying a number. Most commonly, we do this by using terms like a few, a couple, and several. A lot of people have strong opinions about what each of these terms means—and what it doesn’t. In this article, we’ll discuss the differences, the overlap, and dig into these questions and a few (or several) more, including: - How many is few? - What’s the difference between few and a few? - How many is a couple? - What’s the difference between a couple and a few? - How many is several? Quick summary A couple most strictly means two, but it’s often used casually to mean much the same thing as a few, which commonly means around two, three, or four—it can be relative to the situation and the size of the numbers under discussion. For example, you might say only a few people came when it was 12 but 50 were invited. Several most commonly means more than two, but fewer than many. Depending on the context, the meanings of couple, few, and several, can overlap. How many is a few? A few is generally considered to mean between two and several. Some people use a few to mean around three, but this is not a universal interpretation. Its meaning is highly relative to the context—it often depends on what’s being discussed, especially the scale and expectations. When you say you ate a few of something, such as potato chips or candies, you might mean you ate three or four, but you could also mean you had, say, 10 or a small handful—especially if they’re small or you’d normally eat more. There are many other situations in which the same number would be considered many or a lot, especially if it’s considered more than normal. few vs. a few Even though they are both used to refer to a small but nonspecific quantity—and in some situations may even indicate the same quantity—the terms a few and few are subtly different. Sometimes, a few is used to point out that there are some, as opposed to none, as in Dave said we didn’t get any applications, but there are a few. You could also say Dave said we didn’t get any applications, but there are some. In contrast, few, as in Few are suited for this kind of work or There are very few positions available, emphasizes the limitedness of the quantity. Few emphasizes the low quantity and lack of items. Here are three sentences (and their interpretations) that illustrate the potential difference in meaning between few, a few, and only a few: - A few people attended. (This simply indicates the approximate number of people who attended). - Few people attended. (This emphasizes that attendance was low.) - Only a few people attended. (This emphasizes that attendance was low—and perhaps lower than expected or desired.) How many is a couple? In its strictest sense, the phrase a couple means two. It is commonly followed by of, as in I have a couple of errands to run or They made a couple of mistakes. Sometimes, it’s used without of, which is considered even more informal, as in a couple miles or a couple books. A couple more is also used frequently and informally: a couple more cookies and a couple more minutes. It’s very common for a couple to be used casually to mean around two, or three, or … in other words, it’s often used interchangeably with a few. a couple vs. a few In casual use, a couple and a few are often used interchangeably to refer to a low but nonspecific number of things. A couple is often more strictly interpreted as two or at least around two—maybe three or four, depending on the context. It’s possible that some people say a couple when they mean two or even three but then switch to a few when they mean three or four or more. But there’s no “correct” definition—everyone’s use differs without the meaning being misinterpreted too much. Of the two, a few is the more flexible. Most people would probably agree that even though a few and a couple are commonly used interchangeably, a few more commonly refers to higher quantities than a couple does. A couple is typically a small number, while a few can range higher depending on the context, scale, and expectations of what’s being discussed. How many is several? When it comes to several, well, there are going to be several answers. Generally speaking, several is used to refer to quantities above two or so but not so much that it’s a lot or many. Perhaps the most common interpretation or intended sense of several is around three to five, but this can vary greatly depending on the context. If the numbers under discussion are particularly large, then the exact meaning of several can expand. For example, several people could mean eight or nine or even more in a crowd of hundreds, but four or five in a crowd of 10. several vs. few Due to their malleable, nonspecific nature, several and a few can certainly overlap. Obviously, a few is on the low end, with several higher, so they overlap somewhere in the middle. For example, four cats could be several or a few, depending on the situation, expectations, or other factors. Here are some examples of how several vs. few are used interchangeably. - My sister called several minutes ago. - My sister called a few minutes ago. Examples of few, couple, and several used in a sentence Here are some examples of how a few, few, couple, and several are used in real-life contexts. - I like a few olives on my salad. - Few people have seen the new house yet, but we did invite a few close friends over when we moved in. - I ate a couple of cookies from the jar. - I need a few good ideas—I’d like everyone to submit a couple of suggestions. - We need to interview a few more candidates if we hope to have several on the shortlist. Copyright 2024, AAKKHRA, All Rights Reserved.
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