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Under the influence of prejudice, ignorance and folly, schoolmasters attempted to reform English in the image of Latin. Thus it was decreed that the age-old English reinforcing doubled negative, as in not nobody, not no how was "wrong." They cancel out, said the stoop-shouldered nerds. But of course it is in Latin that they cancel out, not in English. In English they reinforce each other. Ancient Greek was like that too, you could put a string of negatives together and no one would ever try to unravel 'em to see if it came out as compliment or not.
Sadly the schoolmasters prevailed in many ways. In written English, double negatives are as in Latin, and not nobody is a precious way of saying " lotsa folks." Under their crabby mis-guidance, written English lost a lot of its punch. Ending a sentence with a preposition became something up with which we no longer may put. Even our colloquial speech has been infected with schoolmaster propriety: most of us use the barbarously absurd "aren't I?" instead of the natural English "ain't I."
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Why does English so many negative word than other language?
While there are many negative or bad words in the English language there are also negative words in many other languages. The English language may however, have more slang words than other languages.
How many positive words are there in the English language?
It's impossible to count. Everyone defines positive words differently.
Can you find some good topic about English language for dissertation writing?
the differences between English language and the others language.You can write your dissertation on following topics.Influence of English language in Asian culture, or how English language is shaping certain cultures and societies.Modern Methods of teaching English Language.Cultural influence on English language (select particular region, community and like)You can pick some historical factors of English language, regional, social/class-based and historical variation in EnglishPick a particular writer, drama, novel or writings and discuss their contribution positive or negative on English language.English language development, different kinds of languages (language typology); aspects of the relationship between language and society, e.g. multilingualism, language and gender.Click the link below to read an article about selecting dissertation topics.
Is location a positive noun?
The English language does not have 'positive' nouns (location is a noun); the designation for 'positive' is used for adjectives. For example: Positive: nice Comparative: nicer Superlative: nicest Positive: positive Comparative: more positive Superlative: most positive
What is an example of a positive pronoun?
If "positive" is really the word you mean: Adjectives may be positive, comparative or superlative. In English, pronouns are not described as positive but adjectives are positive and verbs can be positive or negative. A positive adjective is the simple for of the adjective, from which the comparative and superlative are formed. For example, smart is the positive form of the adjective; smarter is the comparative form; and smartest is the superlative form. Verbs can be positive or negative. for example, has or has not (hasn't); does or does not (doesn't); can or can not (can't), etc.
What are some positive and negative effects of Justin Bieber's music?
language can be a positive and a negative effect. justin will always sing in English and not any other language so young people are walking around listening and singing in English instead of there own language. but i dont know if it would be a positive or negative?
Is wetshoutthinoldtalk are a negative or positive connotation?
"wetshoulthintalk" is NOT a word in English language - it is gibberish.
Negative divided by a negative equal?
A negative divided or multiplied by a negative is always positive. Just like how in English, a double-negative is positive.
Why does English so many negative word than other language?
While there are many negative or bad words in the English language there are also negative words in many other languages. The English language may however, have more slang words than other languages.
Why is negative multiply negative equal to positive?
Negative in English terms means "opposite." Multiplication can represent "of". So, negative times negative is the "opposite of the opposite." And the opposite of an opposite is the same, hence positive, because "same" is the opposite of "opposite" and positive is the opposite of negative. So if you put it into English words, it actually makes some sense. In essence, negative and negative "cancel out."
Is marrant a positive word or negative?
Marrant, translates into English as "funny". I would say that is positive.
Does the word themary exist in English?
Negative. Themary does not exist in the English language. Perhaps you misspelled it?
What has the author Walter Reynolds written?
Walter Reynolds has written: 'Positive English' 'English' -- subject(s): English language
How many positive words are there in the English language?
It's impossible to count. Everyone defines positive words differently.
What positive and negative effects did Bill 101 have on Canada as a whole?
Bill 101, also known as the Charter of the French Language, had positive effects on the preservation of the French language and culture in Quebec by making French the official language of the province. However, it also created tensions between English and French speakers in Canada and raised concerns about minority language rights and representation in Quebec.
What is consequence in English?
A consequence in English refers to the result or effect of a particular action or situation. It can be positive or negative, depending on the context.
What is behavourist approach of teaching English?
The behaviorist approach of teaching English focuses on observable behaviors and stimuli as the basis for learning. It emphasizes repetition, reinforcement, and positive/negative reinforcement to shape desired language outcomes. This approach often involves drills, repetition exercises, and immediate feedback to promote language acquisition.
