English is chock-full of odd grammar constructions and idioms. One such oddity happens when someone says, “So be it,” at the end of a frustrating conversation. Is “be it” proper grammar? It is correct to say “be it” as part of a subjunctive statement resigning someone or something to its fate. It is an older …
We’ve all been in a spot between a rock and a hard place: there’s just no way to solve a problem so that everyone involved is satisfied with the outcome. So if your friend finds herself in a pinch like this, is it correct to say, “I understand your situation”? It is correct to say, …
When meeting new people, it is common to inquire about each other’s hobbies. In such situations, you may hear someone ask another, “What are you good at?” But someone else may ask another person, “Are you any good in defense?” mid-conversation. Is it better to say “good at” or “good in”? We use “good at” …
When we were younger, we learned words were just words, but that’s not true. Words, good or bad, hold a lot of power. Hearing a kind word when you are feeling low can change everything and make you feel. It is correct to say “well wishes as a generic communication of goodwill.” “Well wishes” are …
Expressing thanks is commonplace in everyday conversation and socialization. Sometimes, you simply need to say a quick thanks; but other times, you need a more profound expression of appreciation. The English language offers many different phrases to communicate gratitude. So, is the phrase “thanks all” a correct expression of appreciation? Yes, it is correct to …
Those in business are more likely to read “as per our conversation” than those in less formal situations. Though it obviously cannot stand alone, it still seems ungrammatical within a complete sentence. Is this phrase correct? Yes, it is correct to use “as per our conversation” in formal situations, especially within business emails or legal …