My question to you is regarding acceptable grammar and social media. Specifically, is posting on social media an acceptable excuse to forget all the grammar one has ever learned? I was in a Facebook group and the question above was posted. I have my questions about the advisability of laying out everything about oneself on public platforms, even though I do share a great deal of personal information. That withstanding, I could not resist a snide answer to the question.
"I do not usually wear where I am from. In fact, I don't think I have any clothes that say Georgia on them."
I will admit to feeling a little bit like a snarky bitch about the answer I posted. But my original question remains. Has the advent of social media superseded the use of proper grammar, even basic punctuation? I can't claim to being the grammar queen. I just think that it is important to try. What do you think?
Hi, I saw your comment on John's blog and came over here. I am a writer and love good literature, so I am with you on my reaction to some FB posts that are almost impossible to read. I never correct their grammar though :)
ReplyDeleteI am with you, though blogging is the extend of my exposure to social media.
ReplyDeleteDon't bother taking on bad grammar, worse spelling and insane punctuation on the internet. It's like trying to hold back the ocean with a broom. You'll just end up exhausting yourself and the situation will be no better!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't work out what the above saying meant! Glad to say I'm not on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteShe wanted to say "Where is everyone from?" Apparently they don't teach grammar or punctuation in Arkansas.
DeleteOh I think so. But I fear we are in the minority.
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