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캣 Kat T

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American English Post
You may have noticed that in English, many

adjectives end with a “y”, such as pretty, funny, shiny, etc. Because of this, Americans often create adjectives by adding a y. This is a very informal rule, and the words “created” aren’t added to the dictionary or anything. We more so use it to describe something that we feel like doesn’t have a good adjective. (Keep in mind that the y is pronounced like an e, and that this is used in informal situations)
Examples:
There are certain beaches that have a lot of sharks. Therefore, I may create the adjective “sharky” to describe such a place. For example, “I don’t wanna swim here, it’s way too sharky.” (Pronounced like shark-e)

Thank you all for your messages, I really appreciate them. Unfortunately, I don’t have much time so I can help answer questions, but I may not be the best for a friend if you like quick responses. Thanks again :)

Comments

  • BYE

    You’re so passionate with English 🙈
  • 캣 Kat T

    @愛上 definitely!! For example, if something was kind of purple, you may say it’s “purple-ish”
  • 캣 Kat T

    @HJ @GY I’m glad I could help ☺️
  • 캣 Kat T

    @Scott Of course :)
  • 愛上

    I thought about this a few hours ago before your post, l thought if l can add “ish”at the end of a noun and make it into an informal adjective
  • 愛上

    So are cn words
  • HJ Lifetime VIP

    Wow that's is really moemorable tip 👍
  • GY

    Your posts are very useful informations! Lucky to meet you! 🍀
  • Scott

    谢谢

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