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6th Apr 2011, 03:28 PM

Are you a "Grammar Nazi"? If you are unfamiliar with that term, it is someone who constantly notices someone else's grammar mistakes. You don't have to correct them when you see them, you just always point them out to yourself, maybe become a little bit arrogant and say "How could they not know how to do that?"

What are your opinions on people who do actually take grammar too seriously and correct everything wrong that they see?

I NEED ANSWER! o3o

Just curious too.

aidan · 6th Apr 2011, 04:03 PM

sometimes i feel like i'm the only person in the world who knows the difference between of and have

Nazo · 6th Apr 2011, 04:10 PM

Unashamed Nazi right here. Still can't comprehend how people don't know the difference between their, they're, and there.
I won't go out of my way to correct Internet folk's grammar skills, but I do notice it. Oh, how I notice it...

Wolfy · 6th Apr 2011, 04:14 PM

Oh yes, I do notice mistakes all the time.
I can't say I have the best grammar, but I do think I have it pretty good.

I wont correct it unless someones grammar really irritates me.

kettlkorn · 6th Apr 2011, 04:15 PM

I think im a grammar nazi. thats one of the things i pride myself on. They're is noone on earth who pays more attention to grammar than i.

6th Apr 2011, 04:49 PM

I do notice these things, but then I know theres going to be times when I do the same stuff. I do sometimes correct my mistakes but if others can understand what I'm saying then I don't see the harm in any errors there. It also annoys me when people over the internet pick at someones errors just to cause trouble on other forums.

Zontar · 6th Apr 2011, 04:59 PM

Every time you misuse an apostrophe, God smites a kitten.

Z3ni · 6th Apr 2011, 05:06 PM

The only Grammaer Nazis thats a pain are the ones that insult your intelligence.

Mr.Pushover · 6th Apr 2011, 05:10 PM

Grammar Nazi and Spelling Nazi here!

Arex · 6th Apr 2011, 05:14 PM

Somewhat of a grammar Nazi here.

6th Apr 2011, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by HauntedLithium

Grammar Nazi and Spelling Nazi here!

Grammar as a whole encompasses word meanings, spelling, and of course the mainstream way we define grammar.

So, a Grammar Nazi is in fact a Spelling Nazi, and a Definition Nazi like me. X-X

(If you want a more exact definition, spelling is an integral part of grammar. Meaning it is one of the many parts of grammar.)

endless poetry · 6th Apr 2011, 06:12 PM

Yes... I correct everything such as: are vs. is, who vs. whom, that vs. which =P

I make a whole lot or errors myself in speech but no-one really catches me xD

Neoh · 6th Apr 2011, 06:14 PM

The only thing I correct is

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I could care less.

bugs me sooooooo much. It's couldn't. And I cringe every time I see it wrong.

Otherwise I just laugh other mistakes off.

**Owen** · 6th Apr 2011, 06:36 PM

My high school's better-than-expected English curriculum combined with my anal-retentive attention to detail and perfectionism lead me to be a grammar Natzi. I don't bother to correct people's grammar on the internet (I'd be here all day if I did), and I usually don't in real life, but there are certain things I just can't let slide: fewer vs. less, misuse of the word "ironic", good vs. well, and other things I can't think of now.

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Originally Posted by endless poetry

Yes... I correct everything such as: are vs. is, who vs. whom, that vs. which =P

I'm so sorry to do this and break my rule, but considering the nature of the thread... That colon is superfluous. A grammatically sound sentence would not include it. Superfluous colons are one of the things that really bug me.

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Originally Posted by Neoh

The only thing I correct is

Quote:

I could care less.

bugs me sooooooo much. It's couldn't. And I cringe every time I see it wrong.

Otherwise I just laugh other mistakes off.

GOD YES!! This bothers me so much. Do people even consider the meaning of what they are saying? Think with your brain-words, people!

**Maddy** · 6th Apr 2011, 06:57 PM

I notice poor grammar, but I don't feel the need to correct it.

**Eric** · 6th Apr 2011, 06:59 PM

I notice mistakes, but I make a fair share of them, so I don't really care that much when other people make mistakes.

RaRa · 6th Apr 2011, 07:15 PM

I always forget how to do this.

**TheEdend** · 6th Apr 2011, 07:19 PM

I suck on grammar and I be you're worst nightmare.

Also, I sometimes mess up on purpose just to annoy people. Specially if I know they are anal about it xD (sometimes I just really suck at it though...)

**lostinthought9** · 6th Apr 2011, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric

I notice mistakes, but I make a fair share of them, so I don't really care that much when other people make mistakes.

This.

GoinStag · 6th Apr 2011, 10:12 PM

I wouldn't call myself a "grammar nazi", although I do try to steer clear of simple grammatical errors. I'm not bothered when I see mistakes my by others. Not really a big deal to me so long as I can understand what they're typing lol.

6th Apr 2011, 03:28 PM	#1
Gothitil Guest Posts: n/a	How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Are you a "Grammar Nazi"? If you are unfamiliar with that term, it is someone who constantly notices someone else's grammar mistakes. You don't have to correct them when you see them, you just always point them out to yourself, maybe become a little bit arrogant and say "How could they not know how to do that?" What are your opinions on people who do actually take grammar too seriously and correct everything wrong that they see? I NEED ANSWER! o3o Just curious too.

6th Apr 2011, 04:03 PM	#2
aidan EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Walsall, United Kingdom Age: 18 Posts: 260 Join Date: Jan 2011	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" sometimes i feel like i'm the only person in the world who knows the difference between of and have __________________

6th Apr 2011, 04:10 PM	#3
Nazo Janis Ian's Lesbian Crush Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Facebook, not hiding at college Location: Michigan Age: 19 Posts: 2,070 Join Date: Dec 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Unashamed Nazi right here. Still can't comprehend how people don't know the difference between their, they're, and there. I won't go out of my way to correct Internet folk's grammar skills, but I do notice it. Oh, how I notice it... __________________ are you feeling like a prisoner are you living life the way you want giving time to ones you love are you giving time to who you are

6th Apr 2011, 04:14 PM	#4
Wolfy Member Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay FtM Out Status: Out to everyone Age: 15 Posts: 90 Join Date: Mar 2011	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Oh yes, I do notice mistakes all the time. I can't say I have the best grammar, but I do think I have it pretty good. I wont correct it unless someones grammar really irritates me.

6th Apr 2011, 04:15 PM	#5
kettlkorn the mogslayer Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Totally Straight Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Bolivar, OH Age: 22 Posts: 708 Join Date: Jul 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I think im a grammar nazi. thats one of the things i pride myself on. They're is noone on earth who pays more attention to grammar than i.

6th Apr 2011, 04:49 PM	#6
Giorria Guest Posts: n/a	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I do notice these things, but then I know theres going to be times when I do the same stuff. I do sometimes correct my mistakes but if others can understand what I'm saying then I don't see the harm in any errors there. It also annoys me when people over the internet pick at someones errors just to cause trouble on other forums.

6th Apr 2011, 04:59 PM	#7
Zontar Mister Funny Man Full Member Gender: Male Location: Binghampton, NY Posts: 1,535 Join Date: Oct 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Every time you misuse an apostrophe, God smites a kitten. __________________ Get up and open your eyes...Don't ever let yourself ever fall down... Get through it and learn how to fly...I know you'll find a way...today. -Days of the New, "Dirty Road"

6th Apr 2011, 05:06 PM	#8
Z3ni Ec's ADD Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gayish Out Status: My Twin Location: England, Manchester Posts: 3,083 Join Date: Oct 2008	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" The only Grammaer Nazis thats a pain are the ones that insult your intelligence. __________________ Through pain, lies success.

6th Apr 2011, 05:10 PM	#9
Mr.Pushover Thinks too much Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Dude who likes dudes. Out Status: Out as gay to some Location: Maryland Age: 16 Posts: 535 Join Date: Nov 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Grammar Nazi and Spelling Nazi here!

6th Apr 2011, 05:14 PM	#10
Arex Well Known Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Mom and dad and now some of the school Posts: 112 Join Date: Feb 2011	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Somewhat of a grammar Nazi here. __________________ ~~P.L.U.R.~~ ~Peace, Love, Unity, and Respect~ ~The four pillars of rave.~ =^.^=Your Friendly Neighborhood Furry=^.^=

6th Apr 2011, 06:12 PM	#12
endless poetry We're off to see the wizard Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: A few friends know Location: Ottawa Age: 18 Posts: 547 Join Date: Aug 2009	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" Yes... I correct everything such as: are vs. is, who vs. whom, that vs. which =P I make a whole lot or errors myself in speech but no-one really catches me xD __________________ Se eu te pudesse abraçar. Written no book of this life, I am a mere pamphlet who thinks that I am a best selling novel.

6th Apr 2011, 06:57 PM	#15
Maddy Free Hugs EC Admin Gender: - Orientation: Into girls Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 21 Posts: 7,704 Join Date: Mar 2008	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I notice poor grammar, but I don't feel the need to correct it. __________________ how strange it is to be anything at all [Victor] 2:09 pm: and then halloween happened and I was outside in a skirt.

6th Apr 2011, 06:59 PM	#16
Eric EC Chat Room Mod EC Chat Mod Gender: Male Orientation: Gayyy Out Status: Open about it. Location: Ontario Age: 18 Posts: 1,374 Join Date: Jun 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I notice mistakes, but I make a fair share of them, so I don't really care that much when other people make mistakes.

6th Apr 2011, 07:15 PM	#17
RaRa We we we so excited Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: A few people Location: Los Angeles, CA Age: 21 Posts: 7,439 Join Date: Nov 2008	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I always forget how to do this. __________________ Do you think about me now and then? Do you think about me now and then? Oh now I'm comin' home again Maybe we can start again

6th Apr 2011, 07:19 PM	#18
TheEdend Hope will never be silent EC Moderator Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Extended family still doesn't know Location: Orlando, Florida Age: 21 Posts: 2,831 Join Date: Mar 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I suck on grammar and I be you're worst nightmare. Also, I sometimes mess up on purpose just to annoy people. Specially if I know they are anal about it xD (sometimes I just really suck at it though...) __________________ “You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result” -Gandhi

6th Apr 2011, 10:12 PM	#20
GoinStag I'm straight now............sikeeee Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Guy fetish Out Status: Parents, siblings, and therapist Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan Age: 18 Posts: 1,485 Join Date: May 2010	Re: How to correctly use "'s" and "s'" I wouldn't call myself a "grammar nazi", although I do try to steer clear of simple grammatical errors. I'm not bothered when I see mistakes my by others. Not really a big deal to me so long as I can understand what they're typing lol. __________________ *I've been thinking 'bout this all day long, Never felt a feeling quite this strong...I can't believe how much it turns me on, Just to be your man...*