Grammar Girl: For Writers and Language Lovers. Why English has silent letters. Dayjamas.
Dec 26, 2023
Learn about the prevalence of silent letters in English spelling and the fascinating stories behind them. Explore the historical use of suffixes and the challenges of spelling reforms. Discover the evolution of English pronunciations and a language-learning app. Dive into the borrowed origins and spelling variations of the word 'pajamas'.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Stories and Significance of Silent Letters in English
04:09 • 2min
The Historical Use of Suffixes and Silent Letters in English
05:55 • 10min
English Pronunciations, Language-Learning App, and 'Day Jamas'
16:00 • 5min
The Origin and Spelling Variations of 'Pajamas'
20:31 • 4min