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British Standard English is a living dynamic language. New words and changes in the use of grammar is happening continuously. If this were not true, we would all be speaking Chaucerian English
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Which one is the british spelling Legalize legalise?
There are many words that end in ise/ize. For instance: legalise, pasteurise, capitalise, and marginalise. The difference in spelling comes from US/UK versions of English. in US English it is more common to use the ize ending. In UK English it is more common to use the ise ending. Both endings are acceptable variant spellings.
Tamil to English dictionary ie meaning for Tamil words where you get?
For a long time it was difficult to get a comprehensive Tamil to English dictionary. In recent years though thanks to the Internet, you can access high quality translators for free.
What English dictionary is the ultimate authority on the etymology of a word?
The Oxford English Dictionary contains extensive etymological information on most words. However, no dictionary is ever an "ultimate authority". Words of more recent origin or slang words may be treated more authoritatively in other dictionaries.
Is English the language used in Ottawa?
Both English and French are Canadian official languages. Since Canada is a country with many recent immigrants and since we have a significant population of aboriginal peoples some fraction of the other 100 other languages that are spoken in Canada can also be heard in Ottawa.
When did contractions develop in the English language?
Written contractions are fairly recent. They are attempts to record in spelling the way people actually pronounce certain word combinations when speaking easily and informally. These "contracted" pronunciations, however, are very old, going all the way back to the earliest period of English.
Why British coins do not show the country name?
British/English coins and coins of the ancient world have never shown the country name. The country/empire was indicated by the head of the king on the coin. In more recent times, the Royal Mint decided to continue the tradition for British/English coins.
How much a million British pound is worth is US dollars today?
It really depends when you ask! It changes every day. The most recent exchange is $1,587,251.20,
What is the Kikuyu word for the English word recent?
The Kikuyu word is equivalent to the English word recent kiambereria.
What has the author Harry Kenneth Newburn written?
Harry Kenneth Newburn has written: 'Recent changes in the organization and administration of British universities' -- subject(s): Administration, Universities and colleges
What led to many changes in instinctive human behavior in recent years?
lifestyle changes
How do you find recent changes to WikiAnswers?
Click 'My Settings' from the menu on the left, then scroll down and click 'recent changes' from the welcome script just below the left menu.
What Has led to many changes in instinctive human human Behavior in recent years?
lifestyle changes
Who started the recent oil spill?
British Petroleum
How has the student population with limited proficiency in English shifted in recent years?
How has the students population with limited profecienay in English shifted in recent years
Have there been any recent changes in vancouvers ecosystems?
no there hasn't
What is contemporary English poetry?
Contemporary English poetry is poetry in English from the present and recent past.
What is the most recent version of the Bible?
english
