When to Use Capital vs. Capitol
The Word Nerd clears up the confusion between the many ways to spell and use "capital".
Category: Improving vocabulary
What’s the Story Behind Ketchup?
What's the right way to spell ketchup, and where did this word come from? The Word Nerd explains.
Vocab from Jodi Picoult: Allomother
Allomothers exist among animals and humans... do you know what they are? The Word Nerd explains.
Nautical Terms You Should Know for a Cruise
While cruising the Caribbean, I learned a few important nautical terms I think you should know. Test your ship vocab, mate!
The Origin of Jumbo
My son discovered the interesting origin of "jumbo" while reading some great "guys" fiction.
What Does Capacious Mean?
Capacious sounds like "capacity", right? So I should have guessed this one. Come learn a new word with me!