Monday, June 16, 2008

Writing - Common Misspellings

When writing, you want to focus on the ideas and how you're conveying them. But don't let your ideas get overshadowed by misspellings. To see a more complete list of the most common misspelled words, visit this link http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0781709.html.

I've picked a few words from that list. Now you get to practice using the word and spelling it correctly. Please select a word and use it in a sentence.

believe
changeable
definite
embarrass
government
grateful
guarantee
independent
knowledge
library

14 comments:

Anonymous said...

This is part of the song "I Believe In Love" By Barlow Girl.

"I believe in the sun, even when it's not shinning. I believe in love, even when I don't feel it, and I believe in God, even when He is silent"

Rebekah W. (spelling believe right)

Valeria said...

Independent

Most of the women want to be financially independent.

Anonymous said...

I am very grateful to have such a wonderful and loving family.

Anonymous said...

I can guarantee you I will be on time for the appointment.

Anonymous said...

There is nothing I can do that does not embarrass my teenage daughter!

Alicia said...
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Alicia said...

I guarantee that one day I will live an successful life.

Alicia.T

Anonymous said...

I begin to sweat a lot when I embarrass myself.

Archarna J.

Anonymous said...

"Writing-Common Misspellings"

Money back guarantees are always good for business.

I will teach my children to be independent.

-Angelica

Anonymous said...

Tomorrow, I am going to the library and I will read a history book.

Geraldine G.

Anonymous said...

Government

When ever I get into a conversation with a friend, we always end up talking about the U.S. government.

Luz Croce

Anonymous said...

Knowledge is the key in becoming succesful.

Indira H.

Anonymous said...

guarantee - something that assures a specific outcome.

This can guarantee you that this type of behavior will not happen again.

Maria Rodriguez - Trelles

Anonymous said...

The word I picked was guarantee.

Guarantee - I guarantee you the doctor will come exactly 12:00 noon today.

Karla Banton