And “their”, “they’re”, and “there”… and "thier"s, too.
Cuate… groan
And it’s with its.
And, kids, there’s no ‘e’ in ‘masturbation’.
But there’s definitely an “I” in masturbation!
‘Whinge’ is commonly used in Ireland too. The difference is best explained by the reaction it used to provoke (and maybe still does) in Irish parents.
whine = ‘please be quiet’
whinge = instant clip round the ear
In case anyone is interested, Cork is the whinging capital of the known world.
Looks like all the folks who acknowledge the use of “whinge” took the wind out of Johnathan’s sails. He hasn’t said a word. At least he’s not whinging.
I still like “whine” better. It means I can still use “Would you like some cheese to go with your WHIIIIIIINE?”
Give a guy a chance!
Jeez.
I still think it’s an abomination. I’m willing to meet you halfway on the ‘u’ in colour and flavour and suchlike.
But this ‘G’ thing has got to go. Never has there been a better argument for cultural imperialism. Give it up or we’re sending more Starbucks!
Hey, I’ve been spelling it correctly all this time.
Whodathunkit?
I hate it when people try and *do anything". You try to do something.
Up with Noah Webster! Down with English (and Irish) English!
Jonny, don’t feel too bad. Those leprechaun tossers can’t spell shit. Literally. WTF kinda word is “shite?”
Gotta admit.
Think compromise people. I’m trying to meet you halfway, here.
Bettuh repruhSENT!
(I have no idea where the above comment came from. Please ignore at your leisure.)
Please people, can we eliminate the phrase,
“You can’t have your cake and eat it, too”
you can do that. The proper term should be:
“You can’t eat your cake and have it, too”