I’m a spelling snob. I admit it. I laugh gleefully at other peoples’ spelling mistakes. Heck, I laugh at my own spelling mistakes. There’s probably a spelling mistake in this post.
These days it’s easier than ever to “catch” spelling mistakes with a clever little device known as “spell check,” or “auto correct.” However, there are certain things that are not hooked up to spell check or auto correct. Like people. Nobody is equipped with spell check or auto correct (yet), so they have to rely on their own good grammar skills to catch misspelled words. Unfortunately, too few people actually go to the trouble of proof reading their own written words. Here are a few prime examples of folks who should have been a little more diligent in their spell checking efforts.
Should we be sending our children here?
Makes me almost want to park in a tow zone.
Who hasn’t been here?
This is an interesting combination. And very affordable.
I’ve got nothing for this. It’s just … yeah.
And here are some examples of why people should never, ever get a tattoo containing words.
What an appropriate place to make such a bold, and permanent, statement.
Unfortunately, this poor person is never going to be one.
And here are a couple that are not misspelled, they’re just plain funny.
Finally, the truth about Shrek.
I’m guessing this toilet never gets used.
How about you dear readers — are you spelling snobs? Do you make that Homer Simpson noise when you see a spelling “oops?”
Word of the Day: Desuetude
Fun fact about me: There are some words that I will never spell correctly, no matter how many times I spell them out loud so I won’t forget.
Original post by Jansen Schmidt, March 2015. Photos courtesy Google Images.
LOL these are great! And yes, I’m a spelling snob. Could be because so many people mangle my name. Don’t know if I’d have spelled “desuetude” correctly if I’d heard it, though!
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Spelling is one of those things that I think you’re either really good at or you suck. Even really smart people often misspell words and I find that amazing. And, I’m with you, if I had to try to spell words based on how they sounded, I’d be in trouble.
Thanks for visiting today, Jennette (I think I’m one of those people who used to spell you name wrong, but I’ve got it now).
Patricia
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Loved the blog. I personally just find the errors something to give me a chuckle. The one I loved is when a sign on I5 read glassblowers next exit and somebody took off the GL so it read assblowers next exit.
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Ha – that’s great. A fun prank for sure.
I’m pretty sure all writers tend to be grammar and spelling snobs. It’s our nature and part of what makes us gravitate toward writing.
Thanks for visiting and sharing.
Patricia
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When I was at school there was a funny sign like that – there was a tiny room right at the back of the farthest building, ages from anywhere. The sign on the door used to say ‘textiles and design’, but someone had removed letters so it said ‘exiles and design’. It always made me smile.
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I love that. Sometimes harmless pranks are hilarious.
Thanks for sharing.
Patricia
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I feel so bad for those people with the oopsie tattoos! I’m a spelling snob too, and cringe when I find a typo of my own. One of the problems with being a spelling snob, though, is people are always asking me how to spell certain words, and if I have no clue what the word is, I get the disappointed parent look. It’s a rough life.
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Oh CJ, I know what you mean. My husband is always asking me to spell something for him. And, of course, it’s always that word you always misspell – every – single – time. I usually have to write or type the word before I know if it’s correct or not, I can’t just say it. I have to see it in writing to know.
Thanks for stopping by and comiserating on the rough life of a writer.
Patricia
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I so needed this – glad I read when I did! Thank you. It’s 70 degrees and feels great – snow has melted and it feels like spring! Have a great day.
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Oh Clay, I’m glad I brought happiness. It’s the little things that matter the most. Now, get out there and enjoy the sunshine.
Patricia
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I admit to laughing when I saw a specials board advertising “bowels of chili.”
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Oh my – that’s one I think I’d skip. And thank goodness I’ve never made that mistake.
Thanks for visiting Eileen.
Patricia
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Seriously, it is not difficult to use spell check yet so many people fail to do so. It’s so irritating! Nothing can change my opinion of a person’s intellect quite like the misspelling of common words. Again, as a writer, I find these crimes particularly heinous, but what can you do? Great pictures!
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I think only writers can appreciate the seriousness of misspelling a word. My husband just rolled his eyes at today’s blog.
And I agree, my opinion does go down a notch when I find mistakes that never should have happened.
Thanks for visiting Jessica! Have a great week.
Patricia
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I chuckle and move on if it is a similar word and spell word didn’t catch the meaning: calm/clam there, their, . I find most writers I read are diligent about using spell check. Love the pictures! Would hate to have one of those tattoos!!
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Diana – I used to work for an attorney who prepared Wills and estate planning documents. One time I sent a letter to a client asking him to come in and sing his will. That particular client had a great sense of humor. When he came in he started singing as if the words on his Will were song lyrics. I was laughing so hard at my mistake.
Thanks for stopping by and sharing.
Patricia
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Patricia don’t you just love a man with a sense of humor. He could have been a real jerk but made it a memorable oops.
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Yes, Kate, he sure did. Everyone was laughing and singing along. I don’t think I’ll ever forget that.
And, another law office ooops, lots of times I see notices of trail instead of trial. That always makes me laugh. Ooops.
Patricia
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I am, for sure. I used to be an executive recruiter, and you wouldn’t believe how many people submitted resumes with typos. I can deal with wrong word choices, but resumes with missspelled words got deep six’d every time. đŸ™‚
PS I’m so glad to know the truth about Shrek!
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Suzanne, I feel the same way. Whenever I get documents from other law offices or the court with misspelled words, I just cringe. I halfway expect it of the clients, but other legal staff should be more careful.
And, yes, finally the truth about Shrek!
Thanks for stopping by.
Patricia
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I’m a spelling/grammar snob and proud of it! Love this post!
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I’m glad you stopped by and enjoyed the snickers, Wellness Wife. And thanks for commenting. I love to know who’s visiting over here at the Edge of Eternity. I hope to see you again.
Patricia
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My own spelling mistakes and typos are the ones I hate the most. I also hate my Mac’s auto-correct feature. It won’t acknowledge Zumba and insists I rumba instead. At this rate, I might qualify for next season’s Dancing with the Stars.
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I’m laughing, Pat. I can see you rumbaing and zumbaing around Texas in preparation for your appearance on Dancing With the Stars. How fun would that be? I’d come and cheer you on.
Thanks for visiting and sharing your story. Aren’t machines (computers) fun sometimes? Makes for great blogging ideas, although human errors are still the most fun, my own included.
Patricia
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