SYNONYMS of REALIZE
Realize is a verb which means to know and understand something.
Example: It's important to realize the value of education at an early age.
•discover
•find out
•catch on (to)
•get wind of
Sample sentences:
I was startled to discover that my wallet was missing.
That was around the time that I found out he was struggling to get by.
My best friend caught on to the fact that we were planning a surprise party for her.
When I got wind of the open position, I did not waste even a second before applying.
The correct spelling is 'etc.'
Etc. is an abbreviation for the Latin phrase 'et cetera', which means 'and the rest'. It's used at the end of a list of more than three items to indicate the author could continue to list things.
For example: For dinner, we plan to have many vegetables to choose from: green beans, mashed potatoes, black eyed peas, etc.
meaning of "wyll"
what you look like
"Hey how are you, wyll?"
The acronym is mostly used when a person wants to know more about another individual they have been interacting with. It's a question people ask someone they've been texting with but have no idea what they look like.
What is the meaning of 'Pookie'?
Meaning
The expression “Pookie” is a term of endearment for someone or something that you care about deeply in your life. The phrase can act as a pet name for your lover or partner, or it could be a pet name for your daughter or your pet poodle.
If someone is your “Pookie,” they mean a great deal to you, and there would be a hole in your life without them around.
Pookie also has another seedy meaning. It can be a name for a crack pipe that crackheads use to smoke their drugs.
Example Usage
“I just got in from the airport. Where are you, Pookie? I’m home, and I’ve missed you so much.”
“We had our first child, Amanda, three months ago. She’s so small and helpless, and we love her so much. She’s our little Pookie.”
Acceptable Ways to Phrase Pookie:
You could use “pookie” as a pet name for your partner, or you could use it as a name for your dog. A pookie is an object, animal, or person, and they add value to your existence by spending time with you. You can use the phrase in social situations, but your partner might find it embarrassing if you refer to them as “pookie” in public.
Meaning of SMH
Shaking My head
This is usually used when we find something to be extraordinarily idiotic, no words can describe it or do it justice, you can consider it as speechless as a result of the action.
You don't know what smh is? smh
BOUGIE (BOO-zhee) OR BOUJEE (BOO-gee)
Bougie and boujee are similar terms with subtle but significant differences in meaning. The words are slang and used in an informal way in spoken conversation. "Bougie" is used as an adjective to describe someone from a lower class status who acts like they are rich and live a lavish, wealthy life. "Boujee" is more widely used in African-American slang to describe someone who has made their own wealth out of a poorer upbringing, likes a lavish lifestyle, but is still connected to their roots.
Origin of the words
The words come from the French word "Bourgeoisie". It literally means "of middle class status." The word has great historical significance, however, referring politically and sociologically to the ruling upper class of a capitalist society. It was also a term used by German philosopher, Karl Marx to indicate the social class that had power during the Industrial Revolution.
When did the word "Bougie" become popular?
The shortened term "bougie" became slang around the 1960s and 1970s. Sometimes it is used to insult someone who has a boring middle-class life, but is pretending to be wealthier and more sophisticated, particularly as reflected in their consumer choices.
When did the word "Boujee" become popular?
It is said that the word "boujee" was first used in 2016 in a hip-hop song by the trio Migos, “Bad and Boujee,”. It introduced a new perspective on, and spelling of, "bougie". The song popularized "boujee" as a black/hip-hop slang term suggesting “self-made wealth that doesn’t mean forgetting one’s humbler roots.”
How to use the words in a sentence
"Eating avocado on toast and drinking Starbucks everyday is so bougie."
"I could tell I was out of her league. She looked snobby and bougie."
"I'm not boujee, I just have high expectations and preferences."
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Do people sometimes confuse the words?
Yes! Because of the similarities in pronunciation and spelling, "boujee" is often interchanged with "bougie", and among some users, "boujee" can be used to describe someone/something as too flashy or showy with their money.
What to be careful of
Be aware that "boujee" can imply a distinctly African American socio-economic experience that may be considered inappropriate if used by people outside that community.
What does it mean to be fruity?
There are many meanings to being fruity and many of the times, it could be used as an American or English slang word meaning that the person is very eccentric or a little bit crazy. There could be other meanings and it all depends on the context.
Being Fruity
John didn't like the fruity aftertaste of his drink.
A person being fruity could be one of many meanings.
1) could mean that it relates gay people
2) could be something of a crazy person
3) A drink could be fruity if there's alcohol and fruit mixed together.
being fruity
Being fruity is just a slang term and depending on the use and the context, you can use it as well, but be careful to use this term in the right context and right situations.
"SB "
Definition of "SB "
SB is an abbreviation that is widely used in texting and chat, it stands for "Somebody"
What does the word / Abbreviation "SB-Somebody"mean?
"SB" stands for Somebody. SB is used to refer to an unspecified or unknown person.
Examples of sentences using the abbreviation of "SB-Somebody"
"Sb is shouting across the room"
"Lets find Sb to assist us"
"This belongs to sb"
Conclusion of the meaning of the words "Somebody - SB"
The abbreviation of "SB" is most commonly used while chatting across chat platforms.
"SB" in some cases can also be referred to as some one that achieved a bachelors degree in science.
Example, I have a degree in "SB"
WSG? What's good?
Definition:
WSG stands for 'What's good?'
'What's good?' is just another casual way of saying 'What's up?' or 'How are you?'
These phrases are used amongst friends and WSG is a way to abbreviate it online.
WSG will not usually be capitalized when it normal use.
Examples:
"Hey man, we haven't talked in awhile, wsg?"
Conclusion:
WSG = What's good?
What's good? = What's up?
What's up? = How are you/What are you doing?
There can be a lot of confusion as to what the difference is between these two words. Although, if we take a closer look into what makes up each word, how they are said and what they mean, we can take a more precise look at why they are so different.
Grammar
"Breath" is a noun. This means that this word talks about a thing. Its simple definition is the air taken into or out of the lungs while breathing. Some examples of this word being used is:
I took a long breath.
My breath was like steam in the early-morning cold.
"Breathe", however, is not a noun. It is a verb. This means that this is a doing word, which we can use to talk about an action. To "breathe" is to take air into the lungs and then let it out of the lungs. Some examples of this word being used is:
Fish can breathe underwater.
You cannot breathe in outer space. You need an oxygen tank.
Pronunciation
There is also a slight difference in how we say these words.
Breaking it up into its phonemic pronunciation, "breath" is pronounced as brɛθ. This means that the last sound made is the "th" sound.
However, "breathe" is pronounced briːð. This means that the last sound said is a long "e" sound.
So, what is the difference between "breath" and "breathe"?
Therefore, we can see that the main differences between "breath" and "breathe" lie in the grammar and pronunciation of the two words. "Breath" is a noun that is pronounced with a final "th" sound while "breathe" is a verb that ends with a long "e" sound.
What is the difference between worse and worst and when to use them?
Worse - comparative
Worst - superlative
Worse:
Used as a comparative adjective or adverb.
This word is used to compare two or more items and choose which one is not the best option.
It can also be used to describe something that you disagree with instead of something else.
Example 1:
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Fruit vs Candy
Which form of sugar is bad for the body, fruit or candy? Well, it's a known fact that the sugar in candy is worse than the sugar in fruit.
Example 2:
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Which outfit should I wear on my date tonight, Lilly? Hmmm, well I think the blue is boring but the orange dress is worse so I would definitely choose the pink outfit. The pink is the best you'll look great!
Worst:
This word is also used as an adjective or adverb in the superlative context.
This means the extreme of bad, terrible, or horrible.
That something is as bad as it can get - there is nothing that can get worse.
Example 1:
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Ants vs Cockroaches
In my opinion, cockroaches are the worst insect to have in your home!
Example 2:
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Don't steal the jewelry or money! You will get into big trouble, or worse even go to jail. Jail is the worst thing that can happen to you!
When to use "thus".
"Thus" is an adverb that can be used as a connective word.
What does "thus" mean?
"Thus" is simply the result of something.
Synonyms for "thus".
A result of
Therefore
Consequently
Examples of "thus" in sentences.
She didn't do her job properly, thus she was fired.
It was raining very hard, thus their home was flooded.
The family sold their mansion, thus had enough money to travel around the world.
PG - Parental guidance
Acronym
Rating system for movies and TV shows
Definition 🌟
PG is a rating system usually used for movies or TV shows. If a show states PG, this means that parental guidance is advised. A parent should be present while watching the show to ensure that the content is appropriate and not too scary for their children 😊
Sometimes, shows will specify the age such as PG-13. This means that if your child is under the age of 13, a parent should watch the show with them. 👓
Examples ✏️
The movie Frozen is rated PG, which means that parental guidance is advised for younger children. 👗
The TV show was rated PG-13, so I will watch the show with my son as he is 11 years old.
Phrase
Sharing is caring
A phrase usually used or heard when eating. The phrase suggests that whatever you are eating must be shared with other because that means you are a caring person. This phrase can also be used to manipulate others into giving food or items away that they did not want to give away.
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Manipulation:
"Hey, that pizza looks way too big for one person to eat. We can share it. I mean, sharing is caring right?"
Kindness:
"That man gave away his lunch to a homesless person. He must be a very kind person. Sharing really is caring.
Education:
A phrase used when teaching young children that it is good to share what you have, whether it is toys or food, with others as a way to raise them to be caring and altruistic.
Most English students confuse "its" and "it's" from time to time!
"It's" as "it is"
It's can be the contraction (short form) for "It is".
It's nice outside. It's a pen. (It's in this case, can be followed by an "Adjective or a noun"
"It's" as "it has" (present perfect)
It's can also be the contraction for "It has" as a present perfect. You know that in present perfect you need the PP formation of the verb.
For example, It's been hard for him recently! (been is a PP of the verb is).
"Its" as a possessive adjective
Possessive adjectives show the possession of sb/sth.
It is my cat. "my" is a possessive adjective. It requires a Noun after that.
In this sentence:
I have a dog and this is its water bowl. It means the water bowl that belongs to the dog. Look at that cat. Its tail is orange! the cat's tail.
"Its" as a possessive pronoun
mine, yours, his, hers, its, ours, theirs
This group of pronouns is called possessive pronouns. They are considered nouns and can occupy their place. Look at the following examples:
That computer is mine. Where is my computer? Yours is over there.
That bone belongs to that dog. It's its. :)
What does the abbreviation "wtm" stand for and how does one use it everyday conversation?
What does wtm stand for?
wtm stand for "What's the matter"
A question put forward when the speaker feels their conversational partner is not acting as they normally would or if said person outright states that things are not going as planned/happening in a pleasant way.
Some similar phrases include "whats up" and "whats happening"
Examples of when to use wtm
#1
"hey bestie! Hows everything going today?!"
"is ok..."
"ok - wtm? You not acting like yourself? did something happen?"
#2
"hey! how are you?"
"ug, its not going good, my friend"
"wtm?!"
Presant is simply the wrong spelling. Present is the right spelling.
Different uses of present
There are 3 ways to use present.
1) It refers to the present time (now) and is used as an adjective (it gives more meaning to a noun).
2) It is a gift for someone you like, in which case it's used as a noun.
3) It is used when some gives a presentation, like a lesson. In this case it would be a verb, or doing word.
Examples
1) "At present, Joe Biden is the president of the United States of America."
2) Tom could give his friend Harry a present: "Harry, I've bought you a Play Station 5, I hope you like your present.
3) A businessman would have to do a presentation to his boss, where he has to present (show) the latest sales statistics: "I will be presenting the latest sales statistics in our 3 o'clock meeting."
Conclusion
There is no such word as "presant", only "present" is correct.
What does ikkk mean?
“ik” means = I know
“ikkk” means = I knowwwwww
“ikkk” means:
“Ikkk” is like using I know (ik) but emphasizing that you really know something, or already know something, or are annoyed about the question! This is usually used on social media platforms like Snapchat, Instagram or TikTok.
Here you can imagine rolling your eyes in response to a question or statement:
Example:
Mom: Joel, I just want to remind you that you have a test tomorrow, I haven’t seen you study.
Joel: I knowwwwwww (eyes rolling)
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How to use “ik” and “ikkk” in different sentences?
Example 1 (in texting or on social media):
Sam: I see the weather is going to be rainy tomorrow, bring your umbrella.
Mike: ik, but thanks for the update
Example 2 (in texting or on social media):
Person 1: Did you see the Yankees beat the White Sox last night? That match was crazy.
Person 2: ikkk, I can’t believe the score.
Thank You
used for telling someone that you are grateful for something that they have said or done.
say thank you
synonyms for say thank you · acknowledge · kiss · praise · bless · be grateful · be indebted · be obligated · be obliged · gratitude · recognition · acknowledgment · benediction · blessing · credit · grace · gratefulness
1. I’m so grateful.
Thanks is an expression of gratitude, so cut to the chase. Tell someone you’re grateful for whatever way in which they’ve helped you, and go into detail about exactly what they did to personalize your message.
2. I appreciate it.
It’s always nice to feel appreciated. When someone does something to help you out or make your life easier, be sure to say how much it means to you that they went out of their way to help.
3. Thanks for your hard work on this.
Don’t just offer colleagues and collaborators a run-of-the-mill thanks. Letting them know how much you appreciate the specific efforts they’ve made will help them feel seen and create a positive working relationship.
4. I couldn’t have done it without you.
If you couldn’t have made something happen without another person’s help, then they should definitely know that! Don’t hold back in telling them how vital they are.
5. I owe you one.
Sometimes the only way to truly appreciate a favor is by returning it. This “thank you” alternative lets them know you plan to do just that.
6. Much obliged.
Obliged means “appreciative or grateful.” It’s especially handy for a quick but courteous email or text sign-off that still expresses thanks in a meaningful way.
7. Thanks for having my back.
Sometimes the best thing someone else can do for you is be in your corner when you need support. Thanking them for being there is a way to let them know how much it means to you.
8. Please accept my deepest gratitude.
Giving thanks in a more formal setting? This one is perfect for a professional letter, important speech, or in a thank-you note.
Tap into more ways to express your gratitude here.
9. I have to give credit where it’s due.
Let’s be honest: we all love getting credit for the good things we do. Credit is “commendation or honor given for some action, quality, etc.” When we thank someone, we’re giving them their earned credit for something they did, and it’s a gesture we should make often.
10. This has been such a blessing.
We tend to think of a blessing as a favor or gift bestowed by God, but a blessing can also be “a special favor, mercy, or benefit.” Letting someone know their kind gesture or effort was a blessing is a way of letting them know you are thankful for the gift of their time, energy, and thoughtfulness.
11. I can’t thank you enough.
Sometimes a simple “thanks” won’t cut it. In those instances, let them know the words may be inadequate, but the depth of your gratitude is not.
12. Cheers.
Cheers isn’t just something we say when we’re giving a toast. It’s also a unique and quick way of saying “thanks.” Try it next time you’re at a party or other social event where a lighthearted expression of gratitude is needed.
13. That’s so kind of you.
One way of thanking someone is telling them how their gesture felt to you: kind. By telling someone how kind they’ve been, you let them know you see their favors as coming from the heart.
14. Much appreciated.
If you need to say thanks in a big way but on a small scale, go with “much appreciated.” This one is perfect for a quick email, text, or even a brief conversation.
15. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
When people go out of their way to do something nice or help out, they’re also giving the gift of their time. We only get so much of that, so thank them for using some of their time to make your life easier.
A synonym is a word, morpheme, or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word, morpheme, or phrase in a given language. For example, in the English language, the words begin, start, commence, and initiate are all synonyms of one another: they are synonymous.
What is the difference between Spanish and Spaniard?
Spaniard is a noun. It is the demonym for individuals from the country of Spain
e.g. “That Spaniard is my husband - he is from Spain.” or “There are a few Spaniards on the train at the moment.”
Spanish is both a noun and an adjective, depending on context. As an adjective, Spanish refers to the description of Spaniards or description of anything related to Spain.
e.g. “My father is Spanish - he is a Spaniard.” or “I have Spanish ancestry - my father is from Spain.” or “My favorite food is paella which is a famous Spanish rice dish.”
As a noun,
Spanish refers to the language that originates from Spain is is widely spoken as a native language in much of Latin America (excepting Brazil).
My neighbor is Colombian - she speaks Spanish.”
“My father is Spanish - he is a Spaniard.” or “I have Spanish ancestry - my father is from Spain.”
“That Spaniard is my husband - he is from Spain.”
Spaniard is a noun. It is the demonym for individuals from the country of Spain
e.g. “That Spaniard is my husband - he is from Spain.” or “There are a few Spaniards on the train at the moment.”
Spanish is both a noun and an adjective, depending on context. As an adjective, Spanish refers to the description of Spaniards or description of anything related to Spain.
Available is often used as an adjective to describe the status of someone or something.
It can mean:
To be ready for use
To be accessible
To be free of time or not occupied or being used
To not be in a relationship
Examples:
I used the car that was available at the time.
The meeting room is available right now.
Please do not tell anybody I am available to date yet. I need some time.
Use this word to describe that something is free to be used etc.
TYSM is an abbreviation that stands for "thank you so much". It is normally used when someone is going to express his/her gratitude, especially through electronic text, social media platforms, or even in a traditional way of writing.
What is the meaning id wdym?
WDYM stands for “what do you mean?” It’s an acronym used in online chats and social media websites to ask someone to explain a message you don’t understand. It is less commonly spelled as “WYM” or “what you mean?” Like other acronyms that gained popularity in the age of direct messaging, people usually write it in the lowercase “wdym” instead of the uppercase.
For example, if your friend tells you, “Did you do the homework yet?” and you didn’t know that there was any homework at all, you might reply with “WDYM?” This allows you to express your confusion succinctly
What does brother-in-law mean in English?
We use the word brother-in-law when your sibling has a husband. The husband will be related to you by means of marriage. The husband is called the brother-in-law.
What is an in-law?
When you are married, your partner's relatives becomes your relatives. We use the term "in-laws" when referring to your partner's entire family.
When you are talking about the family in general, you will refer to them as your "in-laws".
When you are referring to you partner's mother, she will become your "mother-in-law".
When you are referring to your partner's father, he become your "father-in-law".
Can you guess what you will call the sister of your partner?
Why do we use a hyphen in the word?
To connect two or more compound words with one another.
More examples of hyphenated words:
Ex-girlfriend
Number names from 21-99 (EXCEPT 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 and all numbers above 99)
check-in
What does bbg mean?
BBG is an acronym that could mean two things:
BBG = beautiful baby girl.
This can be referred to as a grown-up person (female) that you love and you call her "your bbg"
OR
This can be referred to as an actual baby, which is a girl and you would call her "your bbg"
BBG = better be going
This is a nice or polite way to end a telephone or actual conversation that might otherwise continue.
You would say - "Nice chatting with you John, but bbg", usually when texting.
Example 1: when texting
Person 1: I love you, babe
Person 2: 💓 - beating heart emoji BBG
Example 1: when texting
"Nice chatting with you John, BBG!"
The correct way to spell the plural of 'leaf' is 'leaves', if you are talking about the definition of leaf as a noun.
Leaves is the grammatically correct way to spell the plural word of the noun leaf
We can use leafs, only if we add the apostrophe which indicates possession as 'leaf's'. That is, something belongs to the leaf, however, grammatically speaking the correct way to spell it is leaves, if you are referring to there being more than one leaf. This is because many nouns that end in "f", most of the time have "ves" changed and added towards the end, replacing the "f" ending.
There are however some instances where "leafs" is used when "leaf" is used as a verb (the act of flipping a page). Even though, it is not commonly used, it is still worth noting that in this case it would be appropriate to use to indicate that "she/he leafs through the book".
Examples of how to use the plural tense 'leaves' as a noun:
Fall has just begun, you can see all the leaves change color
It is such a hassle having to pick up all of the leaves on my porch every morning.
The plural tense of "leaf" should be pronounced as "leaves"
However, even though it is grammatically incorrect sometimes we also tend to pronounce it as "leafs", but it should always be spelled out as "leaves".
"IMK" or "imk" is an acronym for "In my knowledge" that is used in text messaging or online in informal situations. It's like saying, "As far as I know", "My understanding is," "As I see it," or "Personally, I think..."
It indicates that the person is sharing information based on their personal experience and understanding of the topic. The speaker is pretty confident about the information they are sharing, but they are not 100% certain that they are correct.
"IMK" vs. "LMK"
"IMK" looks very similar to "LMK" but they have different meaning and cannot be used interchangeably. "LMK" stands for "Let me know." When the "L" is lowercase (l) it looks like a capital "i" (I), so pay attention to context to determine if "Imk" stands for "in my knowledge" or "let me know."
Examples
Imk, you should plan to get to the airport 2 hours early.
No, it will be really busy because of the holiday. You better go 3 hours early.
What's the quickest way to get to the mall from here?
Well, imk, it's usually quicker to take the back roads than the highway, but you should check your GPS.
Couple:
The word "couple" refers to two of the same thing. It can refer to things, people, or time like hours, minutes, and seconds.
When we talk about time, we can use the phrase "a couple of hours" when something is going to happen within two hours or after two hours.
Example:
It's one pm and the class starts at three pm, hurry!!! We only have a couple of hours to finish the project!
I don't think the meeting will be very long. We only have a couple of hours left before the office closes.
Few:
The word "few" is used to emphasize how small a number is or a group of people.
When we use the phrase "a few hours" we mean something is going to happen within three or more hours or after three or more hours.
Example:
It's only noon now so we have a few hours before I have to meet James for dinner later this evening.
We don't have to rush our shopping. It's only ten o'clock in the morning, so there are still a few hours until I have to be back home this afternoon at four o'clock.
“You’ve got this” is a phrase used to encourage someone. It means you can do it, you have the skills, know-how, or ability to be successful in the given situation.
Situations where you might say this is if your friend is going to a job interview, and he says he’s nervous. You might remind him of how he qualifies for the job, like his education or experience, and end your encouragement with the phrase “you’ve got this”. Or maybe your friend is shy but wants to talk to a person at a party. You might remind them how fun you think they are, or any of their good qualities, tell them to be themselves because “you’ve got this”. They don’t need to worry because they are a nice or good person; so they know how to treat other people.
I wouldn’t use this phrase with with just anyone, anytime. I’d suggest using it with people you know they actually do in fact have the relevant skill or experience for the situation. And since it is a bit casual and informal, I would not use it in a professional setting.
“you’ve got this” is a positive, encouraging statement meant to help someone feel more confident about themselves. It’s very common in American English.
What does hault means?
Hault vs halt
Hault (adjective)means (obsolete)lofty ; haughty; conceited
Example: She is a hault and mischievous young athlete.
Halt (verb) means to stop or pause
Example: The hikers halted for snacks and some rest.
Homophones
Similar pronunciation (denotes the same sound) but different words and meanings.