Why correct spelling is important...

astro744 · #1 17-03-2011, 01:01 PM

...because it makes searching through the posts a lot easier.

I know there could be typo's but once spotted these should be corrected.

Recent examples:

observitory (observatory)
add - advertisment (ad)
neglar (Nagler)
looses (loses)

If I want to search the posts for a Nagler or observatory I would never think to also search for Neglar or observitory.

Although it may seem I've singled out the above it is only because they are recent. The forum is littered with spelling errors in post titles and message contents.

Note I am not talking grammatical errors, only spelling errors which if corrected would make searching for specific text a lot easier.

Thank you for understanding.

FlashDrive (Poppy) · #2 17-03-2011, 02:14 PM

Fairy Nuff ( say it quickly ) .....! or should it be ... Fair Enough.

I know what your saying .... I saw them to ..

MrB (Simon) · #3 17-03-2011, 03:16 PM

Agreed.
Not such a problem in the body of the post, but correct spelling in the thread title is vital for searching.
It would be nice to have the mods correct spelling errors in titles when noticed.

wasyoungonce (Brendan) · #4 17-03-2011, 04:01 PM

I'm really bad at good grammar and spelling..so I blame it all on my spiel checker!

ballaratdragons (Ken) · #5 17-03-2011, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MrB

Agreed.
Not such a problem in the body of the post, but correct spelling in the thread title is vital for searching.
It would be nice to have the mods correct spelling errors in titles when noticed.

Some days I wish I could get into posts and fix the spelling.
Some are just soooo painful to read

Suzy · #6 17-03-2011, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by wasyoungonce

good grammar

That in itself is poor grammar - shouldn't use the word "good".

Yes, agreed Astro744 - a point well made.

astroron (Ron) · #7 17-03-2011, 06:47 PM

It will be interesting to see where this thread goes

A couple of years ago World War Three nearly started on iceinspace over this very topic

I hate it when people leave words out of a sentence and expect you to understand what they are trying to say

I wish they would fix the offending article as the mistakes are so glaringly obvious

Cheers

shelltree (Shelley) · #8 17-03-2011, 06:53 PM

Terrible spelling and grammar infuriates me to no end. I can't help but notice spelling and grammar errors and want to correct them but alas I cannot! I understand that everyone gets it wrong once in awhile but when a post title is clearly spelt incorrectly, it makes me wonder whether they have thought about what they are posting before actually posting it if they are being that hasty that they don't even realise their mistake.

mithrandir (Andrew) · #9 17-03-2011, 07:31 PM

Firefox points out spelling errors in the body of a message but not in the title.

Preferences (or Options depending on the release) -> General -> Browsing -> Check my spelling as I type

Some IE user might know how to do the same with it.

Red Nine (Evan) · #10 17-03-2011, 07:35 PM

Nice Swan

(Again, say it...)

Spelling errors seriously irk me, but grammar I think tops it in terms of annoyance.

There, their, they're. Effect or affect. And so on...

bartman (Bart) · #11 17-03-2011, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mithrandir

Firefox points out spelling errors in the body of a message but not in the title.

Preferences (or Options depending on the release) -> General -> Browsing -> Check my spelling as I type

Some IE user might know how to do the same with it.

I have the same set up and it works a treat, except of course when you get there and their mixed up.

By the way I will fix my LOOSES to LOSES...on my recent post

Bartman

jjjnettie (Jeanette) · #12 17-03-2011, 08:28 PM

Oh, don't be so mean and try to be more understanding.
Some people on the forum don't have English as their first language.
While others, through no fault of their own just have trouble with their spelling.
Would you prefer these people don't post on the forum because their spelling and grammar isn't up to your own high standards?

bartman (Bart) · #13 17-03-2011, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjjnettie

Oh, don't be so mean and try to be more understanding.
Some people on the forum don't have English as their first language.
While others, through no fault of their own just have trouble with their spelling.
Would you prefer these people don't post on the forum because their spelling and grammar isn't up to your own high standards?

I dont think its being mean, just correct spelling would help people find posts and people sell stuff as well.

Bartman

jjjnettie (Jeanette) · #14 17-03-2011, 08:41 PM

If you knew how much it can cut someone, having their failings pointed out like this. They'll keep quiet about it, but I know a couple of people on this forum who will be hurting.

[1ponders] (Paul) · #15 17-03-2011, 09:19 PM

I agree jjj. Being dyslexic is not easy at times. Many times I have posted only to have to go back into the post and change grammar or spelling. And then come back later after someone has replied only to find I still didn't get it right.

I can appreciate where people are coming from when wanting correct spelling and grammar, but for some of us it literally is impossible.

I agree correct thread titles are important, but in the body of the text I can't see the critical importance if someone spells a word wrong. If someone is talking about their observatory its hardly likely the word is only going to come up once in a thread about that topic.

ballaratdragons (Ken) · #16 17-03-2011, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by [1ponders]

I agree jjj. Being dyslexic is not easy at times. Many times I have posted only to have to go back into the post and change grammar or spelling. And then come back later after someone has replied only to find I still didn't get it right.

I can appreciate where people are coming from when wanting correct spelling and grammar, but for some of us it literally is impossible.

I agree correct thread titles are important, but in the body of the text I can't see the critical importance if someone spells a word wrong. If someone is talking about their observatory its hardly likely the word is only going to come up once in a thread about that topic.

Yep, I agree too, it's only the thread title that is really important.

As much as bad spelling happens (and it is becoming more prevalent throughout society) there are more and more posts appearing with words totally left out turning a sentence into guesswork.

Not to be nasty, or make it even harder on Dyslexics or Non-English speaking members, or even bad spellers, but it's not hard for us English speakers to re-read a post before clicking 'Submit Reply'.

I miss the occasional one of mine too

shelltree (Shelley) · #17 17-03-2011, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjjnettie

Oh, don't be so mean and try to be more understanding.
Some people on the forum don't have English as their first language.
While others, through no fault of their own just have trouble with their spelling.
Would you prefer these people don't post on the forum because their spelling and grammar isn't up to your own high standards?

JJJ I honestly didn't think about this fact when I made my post, so I really hope what I said didn't offend anyone.

bloodhound31 · #18 18-03-2011, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by [1ponders]

Being dyslexic is not easy at times

Such a cruel word don't you think? It's right up there with, "Lisp."

Baz.

Paul Haese · #19 18-03-2011, 08:53 AM

Aahh this little bug bare!

Firstly, let me just say I like many others make errors both grammatically and in spelling, but I do try to keep my posts legible. However, I really hate and I know this is a strong word; but I hate bad grammar and poor spelling. Some rules I like to go by in general in this regard are as follows:

Never end a sentence with a preposition. It shows a distinct lack of understanding of the language we speak and just looks tardy. Putting aside that some people are using English as a second language, I believe these people often have better English written skills than those whom are educated in this country from birth. Making excuses for mediocrity and alllowing it to be rewarded are part of the problem. My father and mother had a fairly ordinary education as were many of their time and yet their written skills are exemplary. Literacy was important once it does not seem so now.

Next, try to limit each sentence to just 50 words and use a comma when you need to take a breath. It makes for easier reading and helps one to make sense of what is being said.

With spelling if you are unsure of the spelling of a particular word try searching for it on the web. There are now many sites that can give you the Oxford spelling of a particular word. Some spelling mistakes are normal when typing but there have been several instances on Australian forums where the spelling is so bad word after word that I wonder why this person has taken up an intellectual pursuit when literacy is not their strong suit.

Literacy is the best tool we are given as children. With it we can learn and teach. Without it we appear as savages.

JethroB76 (Jeff) · #20 18-03-2011, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paul Haese

Aahh this little bug bare!