Tag: Goth

Evolution of the Word Goth – From German Barbarians to Pop Culture

Evolution of the Word Goth - From German Barbarians to Pop Culture - Medieval & Modern History The word goth references several things, many of them only indirectly related, but all things goth, whether literature, fashion, architecture or music, contain an atmosphere of dark beauty. The Barbarians The word goth comes from the Greeks and … Continue reading Evolution of the Word Goth – From German Barbarians to Pop Culture →

Affect vs. Effect [Gothic Grammar #4] Improve writing ability ~ ESL tips

Affect vs. Effect [Gothic Grammar #4] Improve writing ability ~ ESL tips Welcome to Goth Grammar #4! Here is a common problem: Affect vs. Effect. Simply put, Affect is a verb and effect is a noun. A good mnemonic to use: the words affect and action both begin with the letter a. Verbs are actions. … Continue reading Affect vs. Effect [Gothic Grammar #4] Improve writing ability ~ ESL tips →

Lay vs. Lie ~ [Gothic Grammar #2] Improve writing ability. ESL tips.

Here is the second Goth Grammar comic strip. The first one explored Nauseous vs. Nauseated. Another common mistake is Lay vs. Lie. To lay is to place an object, other than yourself, into a resting position. To lie is intransitive and only refers to one's own body. Here is a good phrase to remember: "I'll … Continue reading Lay vs. Lie ~ [Gothic Grammar #2] Improve writing ability. ESL tips. →