Correct Grammar Is Important, do you agree?

Question

I'm pretty tolerant of misspellings and of common errors, especially in a forum like this, it's not formal writing, so who really cares? BUT - there are some things that people should just know! Starting with that! Know vs no!

Other important things:

-Who's vs whose
-they're, their, there
-wit is a clever expression; with is the preposition that means "to accompany"

..and more.

Communication and language are the back bone of civilizations. Without the capability to effectively communicate with each other, our society will stop functioning!

Who agrees? Who disagrees? Why?

Answer 1

With chatting and other stuff on the computer, correct grammar isn't important at all because you're talking casually and most of the time you're typing fast so you can't concentrate on stuff like "Oh no, where is this comma supposed to go?" Although it's perfectly fine if people use it. I sometimes do. :P

However when it comes to school work and other paper work, it gets me REALLY annoyed when people make really really simple mistakes like when using you're/your, whose/who's, their/they're/there, etc. I get really disappointed when people don't know which one to use when it's mere 2nd grade stuff. Sometimes grammar reflects how smart and intelligent you are. That's why it's important.

Answer 2

I agree. I'm so obsessive I look up synonyms for their slight nuances, even though I often suspect no one would know the difference. But keep in mind, some of the things you see here are written by people who haven't yet learned "our" language, & as long as I can understand the content--& if I think it's worthwhile, I'll respond. I just answered a question where someone assumed a negative connotation for a word, when the word was absolutely correct. I got a kick out of OneRedCen--"its" (possessive) & "it's" (contraction). For some reason I always have a problem with affect & effect! Dumb! I think it's a mental block by now. I don't appreciate apparent laziness, & tire of acronyms. Some people here use "lol" or "LOL" where it doesn't even make sense. (Frequently!) It's impossible to communicate at all, if language isn't used properly. But then, I'm just an old dragon.....

Answer 3

I couldn't disagree entirely, but on the other hand, young people using words like "wit" in place of "with" is culturally significant, and helps young people feel part of a group. You can't be down wit da homeboys if you don' talk like them. And bein' down wit the homeboys is part of breaking away from the confines of parental barriers, which is important in growing up. If everybody was a proper follower, we couldn't run a country. Business owners are often rebels. Unfortunately though, too many kids never learn how to speak properly, and it becomes a problem later, when they're shivering scared in those job interviews. But it's not the case wit all of 'em.

Answer 4

Call me a dinosaur, but I agree with you. I just read a question in here, that was completely unintelligible. Obviously the poor child is dyslexic - "u gyus pick a topic adn i'll anser teh topic u pick". I understand the use of abbreviated text, especially with IM-ing and text messaging, but you're right. At the very least, English teachers should cover the topics you listed above.

(Confession, though - I STILL get confused as to when you use "its" versus "it's"... Just when I'm sure, I inevitably screw it up!) :D

Answer 5

You are right only to some extent i think. The ability your proficiency in multiple language is definitely progatate your competitiveness especially in job market or what ever undoubtedly. But , in most the case i have encountered so much precious virtue or quality are even more valuable than as being as simple multilingual person! For example: Swift respondence ability, Communication skills and know how, Potential hint someone tend to express and so forth。。。。。

Answer 6

With the development of the proper usage and spelling of a language, one increases their ability to communicate effectively in writing. It can also increase verbally ability. With a refined communication method one is able to argue a point eloquently, cogently, and with great effect, and gives for more power to influence others. A persons communication style is an indicator of intelligence.

Answer 7

I dont think so. What is important is that you relay the correct message to other people. No matter how you able to deliver the message. During primitive time, sign languages were used. No verbal communications and yet people understand each other.

Answer 8

I agree. If they keep using little cop out spellings of words, one day they really will forget how to spell them correctly.

The other issue of misspelled words, such as "There" instead of "They're", it will suddenly come back to haunt them when they become adults. People will avoid them because people don't like to be friends with those who are illiterate.
If they don't go back to school to learn how to write, they are in deep trouble.

It seems like a small issue to them now but they will be sorry later.
It's a shame.

It's a little scary and a little sad.

Answer 9

I agree. Proper grammar and a diverse vocabulary are, unfortunately, not a high priority in society anymore. I especially dislike baby talk. Babies are always taking in all this new information surrounding them....always learning...and here are all these "teachers" around them babbling like fools. lol

Answer 10

Oh my god YES, I agree, but I fear that we who agree are in the minority in this day and age.

My bf has returned to college at age 40-something, and he is brilliant but is finding the writing most difficult. He grew up and went to school in rural Arkansas and is very nearly functionally illiterate--cannot write, spell or compose a sentence. It is hard to be taken seriously as a "grown-up" in a profession without these skills.