Insights Into Good Writing

Correct and precise writing can be a challenging undertaking. Gaining the right insights into the English language will allow you to skillfully optimize your texts. This will make them more precise, more captivating, but also more individual to your personal taste. Our step-by-step guide shows you how to write better, confidently, and concisely. You will come straight to the point. And the comma. And the colon.

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The Perks of Premium

What makes LanguageTool Premium so valuable? We’ll go over all the benefits of a Premium account.

Jul 27, 2022 • Takes 5 minutes

that vs who vs which / which vs who vs that / which who and that

Using “Who,” “That,” and “Which” Correctly

When modifying or describing a noun phrase, should you use “who,” “that,” or “which?” We’ll explain when to use these words and if they require commas.

Jul 21, 2022 • Takes 3 minutes

Make an outline, how is an outline written, how to structure an outline

Writing an Outline in Five Steps

We’ll review why writing an outline is beneficial and give you five easy steps that will help you write one.

Jul 14, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes

Wordy Phrases—11 Examples and Alternatives

A wordy phrase—an unnecessarily long expression—can distract or confuse your readers. Below you’ll find 11 wordy phrases and shorter substitutes you can use instead.

Jul 12, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes

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What are the three rhetorical appeals? Pathos, logos, ethos. We'll review what this means below.

Texts

What Are Ethos, Logos, and Pathos?

Ethos, logos, and pathos are elements of persuasion. We’ll be covering what they mean and how to include them in your writing.

Aug 18, 2022 • Takes 3 minutes

How To Become a Fluent Writer

Do you want to be a fluent writer? We’ll explain what fluency in writing entails and how to strengthen these skills.

Aug 17, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes

Hard English Words To Spell | Difficult Spelling Words

Spelling

15 English Words That Are Hard To Spell

We’ll be discussing 15 English words that are hard to spell, and also show you a fool-proof way to never spell these words (or any other) incorrectly ever again.

Aug 16, 2022 • Takes 5 minutes

Formally and informally | What is informal tone? | Formal vs informal tone

Style

Understanding The Difference Between Formal and Informal Language in Writing

A good writer knows when to use formal or informal language in their writing. We’ll go over the difference between the two and provide examples.

Aug 15, 2022 • Takes 3 minutes

Is have a verb? | Forms of To Have | Have Verb

What Type of Word Is “Have” and What Are Its Forms?

We’ll be covering the verb “to have” and its different conjugated forms. Plus, we’re also going to provide example sentences to help you better understand this irregular verb.

Aug 12, 2022 • Takes 3 minutes

Different Spellings for Weather | Weather vs Whether | Weather Whether Wether

Word Choice

When and How To Use the Words “Weather” and “Whether”

“Weather” and “whether” are homophones. We’ll go over what they mean and give you a trick to remember how to use them.

Aug 11, 2022 • Takes 4 minutes

Many vs Much | What's the difference between many and much? | Many or much?

Learning To Use “Many” or “Much”

Using “many” and “much” is a problem area for native speakers and English language learners alike. We’ll explain what type of nouns these words are paired with.

Aug 10, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes

The Gnarly Silent “G”

The “g” is silent in some words. We’ll be going over these words and an important exception to keep in mind.

Aug 9, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes

Identifying transitive and intransitive verbs | Transitive Intransitive

Grammar

What’s the Difference Between “Transitive” and “Intransitive” Verbs?

Verbs can be transitive, intransitive, or both. We’ll go over what this means and provide examples.

Aug 8, 2022 • Takes 3 minutes

Although or Though? | Though versus Although

When To Use “Though” and “Although”

If you’re here, you’re probably wondering if there’s a difference between “though” and “although.” Most of the time, they can be used interchangeably. Learn more about “though” and “although” below.

Aug 4, 2022 • Takes 3 minutes

Other Ways of Saying Good Luck | Good Luck Synonym Formal

Word Choice

Seven “Good Luck” Alternatives

If you want to switch it up and use an alternative to “good luck,” you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to give you seven formal and casual synonyms for “good luck.”

Aug 3, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes

How do you spell quite as in silent? | How do you spell quite?

Word Choice

Is It “Quiet” or “Quite”?

“Quite” and “quite” are two words that are often used incorrectly. Below, we’ll explain what these words mean and give you a trick that’ll help you remember when to use “quiet” instead of “quite.”

Aug 2, 2022 • Takes 2 minutes