| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/26/2007 11:03:49 PM | | It sure does count.My dear departed grandmother would kick my butt if I wasn't using proper grammar and punctuation. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 11:36:25 AM | | i have no problem with standard IM shorthand being used in forum posts & PMs...but people who don't know the difference between things like your and you're drive me nuts! also, stay away if you're gonna type me messages in gangsta-speak. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 11:56:20 AM | Gangsta speak is da bomb! 
NOT
It really bothers me too especially now that it seems so mainstream. When my 8 year old comes home from school speaking like that it gets my panties in a wad for sure.
The only other thing that bothers me other than the usual they're their your you're is the non differentiating between lose and loose.
You have a LOOSE tooth, therefore you are about to LOSE IT  | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 2:58:40 PM | | Some Blondes and Brunettes be the most inteligent folks out there. Don't they teach them how to talk properly. So many lanquages out there these days. Spelling and Gramma is not talking. Computer geeks and geekettes take a hike. Bring back typwewriters,half of 'em probably get expelled. God...forums be fun. Get -out and converse in person. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 3:08:58 PM | ^Ironic.
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With some posts it is laughable the variations of the simplest words. ^^^
So the question is would you date someone from here who had poor spelling?
I don't date "stupid".
vvv...Proper grammar is indicative of intellect, spelling - not necessarily. Dyslexia affects spelling ability, not the ability to speak the language.
Tom Cruise is dyslexic, and as we all know, the Devil Incarnate. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 3:11:06 PM | I don't date "stupid".
I have been known to date "dyslexic" though.
To me, spelling and grammar isn't nearly as important as the CONTENT and INTELLECT of the communication. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 3:20:38 PM |
the CONTENT and INTELLECT of the communication
I would think that spelling and grammar would be paramont to both.
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 3:33:00 PM |
Wrong Mike! I am a terrible speller and I read it fine, in fact I read it faster then the other posts that were made
Being a terrible speller does not make you a terrible reader. At some point in your life, you learned how to read. Which would imply that, at that point in your life, you learned the basics of written language. You only need the basics of reading comprehension to be able to read. Writing comes from a different place in your brain schema for language. So, being able to read does not mean you can write........ the two are not the same.
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 3:44:01 PM | ^^^ Exactly.
Being able to read is one thing, being able to write (using proper grammar and spelling) is something else entirely.
I heard somewhere that everyone has dyslexic tendencies to some degree (I have no idea if this is true or not) but I do know that sometimes I interchange letters or numbers.
I also think that there is a difference between poor spelling/grammar, and just plain poor english.
My only real problem is when I have to try and decipher what the heck someone is trying to say in their post. The occasional spelling or grammatical error I can live with, as long as the post or profile is not riddled with them. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 7:29:41 PM | | Some people can't read but be great typers and vice-versa. This be the school of getting to know those some of us could never even say hi to in person. You learn in school and use it it to better yourself. Part of the problem with kids be they be learning to type with a keyboard instead of writing. It can hide handicaps and/or reveal them. . Some posts ask questions and you answer with replies which might get a further reply. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 7:35:48 PM | ^So do you use English improperly deliberately, are you just naturally annoying? I'm now going to show you how your post SHOULD have been written - just for fun (corrections in CAPS):
Some people can't read but ARE great typers and vice-versa. This IS the school of getting to know those some of us could never even say hi to in person. You learn in school and use it to better yourself. Part of the problem with kids IS they ARE learning to type with a keyboard instead of writing. It can hide handicaps and/or reveal them. . Some posts ask questions and you answer with replies which might get a further reply.
Not that it makes sense anyway. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 8:24:29 PM |
not that it makes sense anyway
I can't smoke enough pot to make that make sense.
I appreciate good spelling and grammar, as a reader.
As a 'post(er)' the online dictionary is my friend.
Spelling mistakes are pesky, but not deal breakers.
Deal breakers be all that and syntax too but,, people that can't read but be good typers,,
wtfeck? I'm all for non-sequential, but non-sensical? | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 10:13:06 PM |
Then I have the basics and can't spell worth a damn!
Sometimes, that is the way it goes. Most people cannot spell all 5,000 words that they know. But then again, most computers have spellcheck.
Spelling mistakes are pesky, but not deal breakers.
I agree.
If the person can explain their point of view clearly enough for me to comprehend their intended meaning, that's all that is necessary for me.
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/27/2007 10:59:01 PM | Spelling and grammar does count, but it doesn’t represent intelligence.
I know a lot of intelligent people that does not speak a word of English. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 12:31:02 AM | | It certainly does when getting the attention of folks with nothing better to do than nit-pick and run and hide away out-of-town. Being annoying only to those who choose it to be so. It's actually a nasty left-over habit from past experience. A bit of a nuisance when getting to know new folks. The Old folks I knew found the less nasty me more of a turn-off. That be why I'm here. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 8:58:04 AM | IS spelling everything? Yes to some of you it is. What a limited view
Age between 41 and 59
Must not have messaged users looking for intimate encounters or sex.
Must not be looking for Hang Out
Must not be looking for Intimate Encounter
Must not be looking for Activity Partner
Must not do drugs
Must not be married
Yes, we all have limited views apparently. Any restrictions we have would be limiting our view, and we are all able to make those limitations as we see fit for ourselves.
Spelling and grammar does count, but it doesn’t represent intelligence.
Intelligence is a property of mind that encompasses many related mental abilities, such as the capacities to reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend ideas and language, and learn.
So, no, they do not represent intelligence as a whole, but are a part of it.
I know a lot of intelligent people that does not speak a word of English.
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 9:38:38 AM | The original question was “if it counts”, not whether it is “everything”.
Yes, it counts. Atrocious spelling and grammar in a profile makes an impression in this environment where some of us see the written word as an initial form of communication.
Typos in forum posts or IMs happen – but a careless profile…….as I said makes an impression. For me, it’s not a good one.
Perhaps the individual has talents in other areas. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 9:50:58 AM | it does matter if you're looking for a like mind or comparable level of education to yours.
or, if you're extremely picky or anal about such things. if it isn't the spelling/grammar, it will be something else. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 7:55:09 PM |
Age between 41 and 59
Must not have messaged users looking for intimate encounters or sex.
Must not be looking for Hang Out
Must not be looking for Intimate Encounter
Must not be looking for Activity Partner
Must not do drugs
Must not be married
The above does not limit view. I make a conscious choice to put the above on my profile, unlike spelling. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 8:27:09 PM |
I don't date "stupid".
vvv...Proper grammar is indicative of intellect, spelling - not necessarily. Dyslexia affects spelling ability, not the ability to speak the language.
Tom Cruise is dyslexic, and as we all know, the Devil Incarnate.
Dyslexia does affect written grammar (you imply it doesn't) and as a dyslexic person myself I find it odd that someone who claims to be so "intelligent" doesn't research the condition to obtain the correct factual information before they make such a sweeping statement. My spoken English is excellent both in terms of grammar and diction yet I experience problems when writing such as grammatical and spelling errors; does that make me stupid? That is a rhetorical question so no need too answer that. As a Canadian how can you presume to comment with authority on the English language when your nation (along with the Americans) have **stardised it in such a crude manner? Just to be clear that is also a rhetorical question. Open your mind and don’t write people off just because of your misconceptions and remember no matter how smart you think you are there is always a million people far cleverer than yourself who’s intelligence dwarfs yours and mine yet they are wise enough not to belittle other’s who’s Intelligence Quotient is eclipsed by there own. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 8:40:07 PM | | Profiles target who you be looking for. It be about making a first impression in general. Yuppers,mistakes will be making. Forum posts be about general discussions,opinions appreciated but not rocket science. People you hope to meet be reading them so make a good impression. Some talents can only be found-out in person. Very rich people have learning disabilities. I feel the need...the need for speed-dating. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 9:12:06 PM | Pete - I said dyslexia doesn't affect the ability to SPEAK the language. Sorry you misread me.
I'm also sorry that you're so angry and felt the need to belittle me as well. Since YOU imply that you're a better person than I, may I suggest that you take your own advice. If you're not sure what that is, I may also suggest you read your post again. Maybe a few times, due to your handicap?
It is MY OWN preference not to date anyone whom I deem as "stupid". That was one of the questions posed, and I answered it as I saw fit. | |
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| Spelling and Grammar, does it count?
Posted: 3/28/2007 9:22:15 PM |
I don't date "stupid".
I have been known to date "dyslexic" though.
To me, spelling and grammar isn't nearly as important as the CONTENT and INTELLECT of the communication.
which this thread is failing at miserably........ | |
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Then I have the basics and can't spell worth a damn! Doesn't mean I am not worthy of being here if I can't spell
. I've noticed some strange people here who claim to have intellect and with terrible attitudes towards others. Do we say anything about the people with negative attitudes? No most of you think it's cute and chime in. 