Take a look at the following English words: butcher, squirrel, mortgage, and choir. Does something seem off about them? At one point in time, the words move and love rhymed. So did blood, good, and ...

English’s hybrid history, silent letters and overcomplicated rules are what make the competition fierce. By Nitsuh Abebe They happen every spring: the thrilling final rounds of the Scripps Spelling ...

Words like "bat," "desert," "wind," and "clip" all have multiple meanings but are confusingly spelled the same way.

The English language is filled with confusing and hard-to-spell words. If you’ve had to think twice or consult a dictionary or Google before writing a certain word, you’re not alone. We consulted ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Science has proven that there isn't a strong link between spelling and intelligence. "The verdict is ...