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Grammar Minute

Lauren Smyth

Saving the English language 60 seconds at a time.

education language learning

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1:01

In Defense of Bullet Points

Grammar Minute ·

2025/10/06

Make emails clearerType less... on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

It's Very Bad to Use the Word "Very"

Grammar Minute ·

2025/10/03

This irregular adverb is almost always unnecessary. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

"Further" vs "Farther"

Grammar Minute ·

2025/10/01

This is your regularly scheduled reminder that "further" and "farther" don't mean the same thing. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

Antidisestablishmentarianism (Don't Use Long Words)

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/29

"Antidisestablishmentarianism" contains a canceling double negative, a long word sandwiched between prefix and suffix, and more confusion than any reader needs. Learn more about this word--and how not to use long words--on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

Grammar Errors in Song Lyrics

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/26

Don't get me wrong: I still like the song. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

How Long Is Too Long?

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/24

Long sentences can be confusing and tough to read. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

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The Longest Word in the English Language

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/22

How long is too long for the dictionary? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

Why Good Reading Makes Good Writing

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/19

Read good books--that's how you become a better writer. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Mintue!

1:01

Why Good Typing Makes Good Grammar

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/17

If you want to be a good grammarian, start by being a good typist. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

How to Differentiate Character Voices

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/15

A rare tip about writing fiction on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

Do You Really Need That Hyphen?

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/12

Probably not. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

What Is an En Dash?

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/10

Em dashes and en dashes sound similar--but they're not the same. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

What Is an Em Dash?

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/08

On this podcast, we talk a lot about how to use em dashes correctly--but we rarely talk about what they are. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

Can Inanimate Nouns Be Possessive?

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/05

... Maybe. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:00

The History of the Asterisk

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/03

Where does our favorite c*nsorship symbol come from? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

When to Capitalize "Mom" and "Dad"

Grammar Minute ·

2025/09/01

When should you capitalize "mom" and "dad"--and "grandpa" and "auntie" and all the rest? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

1:01

"U.S." vs. "US"

Grammar Minute ·

2025/08/28

Let's turn back to the Chicago Manual of Style for another grammar rule!

1:01

Why Good Writers Need Editors

Grammar Minute ·

2025/08/26

If you're looking for an editor for your next project--whether that's a query letter, manuscript, or magazine article--look no further! Visit laurensmythbooks.com to learn more.

0:56

"Capital" vs. "Capitol"

Grammar Minute ·

2025/08/21

Hint: They're both locations. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Mintue!

1:02

Good Grammar Doesn't Prove AI

Grammar Minute ·

2025/08/19

Em dashes and other grammar tricks aren't proof that text is written with AI. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

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