I don't like it when people say, "Ain't is not a word", etc. (That was just an example.)
A word is something you can write, read and pronounce.
"Ain't" is a non-standard English WORD.
Just a little FYI for you all.
BTW: I'm a grammarian.
2007-02-16 13:47:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Yeah I know, I am weird.
2007-02-16 13:51:42 · update #1
On the contrary, the word "ain't" IS in the dictionary. So is "bling bling" and other slang words.
2007-02-16 13:52:38 · update #2
Actually, 'ain't' is a colloquialism. Though accepted in common everyday speech, it is not considered a proper word for formal writing or communication.
BTW Say 'hi' to your grammkids!
2007-02-16 13:54:18 · answer #1 · answered by Skyhawk 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Interesting Question...I remember my 3rd gd. teacher telling the class " ain't ain't a word, 'cause it ain't in the dictionary". I have always remembered her words, and I find it interesting the way you have explained the context of the word! Write On!!!
2007-02-16 21:55:02 · answer #2 · answered by r200bth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
people say that because its not in the dictionary.
2007-02-16 21:51:33 · answer #3 · answered by cynthia_odeen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are really weird!
2007-02-16 21:51:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
damn man read your question, and f*ck if i know.
2007-02-16 21:57:13 · answer #5 · answered by glass. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋