Scribendi Inc2024-03-28T19:00:07ZScribendi Inchttps://www.scribendi.com/contacthttps://www.scribendi.com/advice11 Best Editing and Proofreading Services in 2024tag:scribendi.com,2022-07-28:/academy/articles/best_editing_services.en.html2022-07-28T16:25:01ZScribendi lists the best editing and proofreading services in 2024, considering editors' qualifications, the availability of sample editing, and more.What Is a Preposition? How to Use It & Examplestag:scribendi.com,2022-06-30:/academy/articles/what_is_a_preposition.en.html2022-06-30T16:25:01ZLearn about different types of prepositions and how to use them when writing. Read on to improve your writing every day with Scribendi.The Rules of Capitalizationtag:scribendi.com,2022-01-22:/academy/articles/capitalization.en.html2022-01-22T16:00:00ZCapitalization in English entails quite a bit more than simply knowing to begin names and titles with capital letters. 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These active reading strategies will help you (or your students) hone this essential skill.Our Editors' Favorite Writing Websites, Online Book Clubs, and Book Blogstag:scribendi.com,2020-10-18:/academy/articles/writing_websites_book_clubs_and_book_blogs.en.html2020-10-18T16:25:01ZKick back and relax with our editors' favorite writing websites, online book clubs, and book blogs.How to Upload and Save a Custom Style Guide (Using Scribendi's New Feature)tag:scribendi.com,2020-09-20:/academy/articles/how_to_upload_custom_style_guide.en.html2020-09-20T16:25:01ZLearn how to use Scribendi's new custom style guide feature. 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Learn whether its use is acceptable, once and for all.Scribendi's Guide to Commonly Confused Wordstag:scribendi.com,2020-02-24:/academy/articles/guide_to_commonly_confused_words.en.html2020-02-24T17:25:01ZNever confuse homonyms, homophones, or other similar-sounding words again. Our extensive guide includes over 350 commonly confused words.Mastering English Slang: English Terms of Endearmenttag:scribendi.com,2020-02-09:/academy/articles/english_terms_of_endearment.en.html2020-02-09T17:25:02ZIn this post, which is the first in our series on mastering English slang, we examine English terms of endearment.A Comprehensive Guide to Verb Tenses in Englishtag:scribendi.com,2020-01-12:/academy/articles/guide_to_verb_tenses_in_english.en.html2020-01-12T17:25:01ZAre you confused by verb tenses? 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However, the two words' meanings are almost opposite.Subject–Verb Agreement, Simplifiedtag:scribendi.com,2019-08-25:/academy/articles/subject_verb_agreement.en.html2019-08-25T16:25:02ZLet Scribendi simplify the task of subject–verb agreement by providing subject–verb agreement examples explaining the various concord rules in English.The Top 10 Misspellings of "Scribendi" (Plus: What Does "Scribendi" Mean?)tag:scribendi.com,2018-12-23:/academy/articles/what_does_scribendi_mean.en.html2018-12-23T17:25:01ZHave you ever wondered what "Scribendi" means? Check out our newest blog post, in which we also outline the top 10 funniest misspellings of "Scribendi."Common ESL Errors to Avoid in Your College Essaystag:scribendi.com,2018-02-26:/academy/articles/commoneslerrors.en.html2018-02-26T17:25:02ZWhether you're writing a college admissions essay or a paper for a class, it can be difficult to find the right words. It's even more difficult if English is your second language, but it doesn't have to be. Here are some common ESL errors to avoid in your college essays.Brake vs. Breaktag:scribendi.com,2017-08-21:/academy/articles/brake_vs_break.en.html2017-08-21T16:25:01ZLearn when to use brake vs. break so that you never mix up these similar-sounding words again.Flashback: What Scribendi Looked Like 20 Years Agotag:scribendi.com,2017-07-28:/academy/articles/history_of_scribendi.en.html2017-07-28T16:25:01ZTake a look at the history of Scribendi and see the changes we have made in the last 20 years!Is French Your First Language? 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Find out what they all mean with this helpful list!How to Use Social Media to Improve Your Englishtag:scribendi.com,2016-11-14:/academy/articles/use_social_media_to_improve_english.en.html2016-11-14T17:25:02ZImprove your English-language skills with the help of some of your favorite social media websites.Affect vs. Effect: How to Use the Right Word Every Timetag:scribendi.com,2016-11-09:/academy/articles/affect_vs_effect.en.html2016-11-09T17:25:01ZAre you confused about when to use affect vs. effect? Learn the difference between the two words with these helpful examples and tips.What are Appositives?tag:scribendi.com,2016-09-20:/academy/articles/what_are_appositives.en.html2016-09-20T22:35:04ZAn appositive is a noun or a pronoun (often with modifiers) that is beside another noun or pronoun, usually with the purpose of explaining or modifying. Now don’t get nervous—we'll help you figure this out.Who vs. Whom: A Simple Way to Determine Which Word to Usetag:scribendi.com,2016-08-02:/academy/articles/who_vs_whom.en.html2016-08-02T16:25:01ZKnowing when to use who vs. whom is a challenge for almost everyone. Here's a simple rule to help you always choose the correct one!35 Engaging ESL Games to Enhance Your Englishtag:scribendi.com,2016-07-19:/academy/articles/esl_games_to_enhance_your_english.en.html2016-07-19T16:25:01ZLearning English does not have to be a tedious process. These ESL games will help you perfect your English, whatever your current proficiency.Lay vs. Lie Explained (Infographic Included)tag:scribendi.com,2016-07-04:/academy/articles/lay_vs__lie.en.html2016-07-04T16:25:01ZAre you going to lay down or lie down to sleep? The question is enough to keep you awake. 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