Post by nadinenadine on Mar 4, 2024 11:25:42 GMT 2
There is another problem that we risk running into every time we choose to use a foreign word. Are we using it correctly? I suggest 3 very useful rules for writing and using foreign terms in the right way. 1. Are you sure? Check the meaning first Before writing an English word, I advise you to check its meaning in the dictionary. And I suggest you do it also for words that you think you know well and/or that seem to have an obvious meaning. An example? The English word actually . No, it doesn't mean currently , but it actually means . One word can change an entire meaning.
In particular, you need to focus your attention on foreign collocations . Collocations are expressions made up of two or more words and recognized as such by their use and custom, not by their meaning. Pay attention , for example, it is a collocation. And do you know how it translates into English? With the expression pay Loan Phone Number List attention , which literally means pay attention . 2. Avoid Italian versions of foreign terms I'll hire you with one shot! But can you imagine a brand that communicates in this way? Really a great way to write and present yourself! The rule is one: each language has its own words.
No to the plural of a foreign word When we use a foreign word we must always remember to use it in its singular version , unless it has entered our language in the plural. This is the case of words like jeans or tapas . But movie stars remain movie stars , not movie stars . Don't forget it! Goodbye. Or, better said, the final goodbyes If you have come this far, you now have a clear understanding of how and when to use foreign words in copywriting. If you have any doubts or questions or if you would like to add your reflection, I'll wait for you in the comments.
In particular, you need to focus your attention on foreign collocations . Collocations are expressions made up of two or more words and recognized as such by their use and custom, not by their meaning. Pay attention , for example, it is a collocation. And do you know how it translates into English? With the expression pay Loan Phone Number List attention , which literally means pay attention . 2. Avoid Italian versions of foreign terms I'll hire you with one shot! But can you imagine a brand that communicates in this way? Really a great way to write and present yourself! The rule is one: each language has its own words.
No to the plural of a foreign word When we use a foreign word we must always remember to use it in its singular version , unless it has entered our language in the plural. This is the case of words like jeans or tapas . But movie stars remain movie stars , not movie stars . Don't forget it! Goodbye. Or, better said, the final goodbyes If you have come this far, you now have a clear understanding of how and when to use foreign words in copywriting. If you have any doubts or questions or if you would like to add your reflection, I'll wait for you in the comments.