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Amused vs Bemused

The English words amused and bemused are confused by some native English speakers. English Language on Facebook | English Language @ Twitter »

To, Too, Two

What’s the difference between to, too, and two? It’s not difficult to use them, once you take two minutes to learn what they mean – and do some practicing too. English Language on Facebook | English Language @ Twitter »

Ours vs Our’s

What’s the difference between ours and our’s? (Hint: one of them does not exist.) English Language on Facebook | English Language @ Twitter »

Fewer vs Less

The words fewer and less are commonly confused in English, or rather, less is used while fewer tends to fall by the wayside. You’ll be less confused and make fewer mistakes after reading through this lesson. »

e.g. vs i.e.

The Latin abbreviations e.g. and i.e. are commonly used in English, and nearly as commonly mixed up. If this sounds like you, i.e., you are never sure whether to use e.g. or i.e., read through this lesson to learn the difference. »

Ancestor vs Descendant

The English words “ancestor” and “descendant” are sometimes confused by native speakers. In fact, they’re exact opposites.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 and is filed under Mistakes + difficulties.

ENGLISH MISTAKES

Amused vs Bemused

To, Too, Two

Ours vs Our’s

Fewer vs Less

e.g. vs i.e.

Ancestor vs Descendant

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