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When I write on social forums on the net people want to correct my speeling or my grammar. Is there any good reason for that other than aesthetics?
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September 22, 2011

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Peter Smith
September 22, 2011 (changed September 22, 2011) Permalink

Wel, fore a starrt, speeling mistaches can mak itt dificcolt two reed & undestand wot u ar actuwally tryin to saye, eh? An getting yours grammer awl rong can makes mawr problem of comprehention.

Of course, there are occasions where pointing out slips in spelling or grammar can be a bit rude and pointless. But equally, it is -- to say the least -- impolite not to try to smooth communication by using standard spellings and constructions.

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