H. L. Mencken
American Language
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding these differences, he sought a comprehensive study that could illuminate their origins, only to discover a surprising lack of literature on the topic. Join him as he delves into the rich tapestry of la...
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H. L. Mencken
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Seneste episode
10. okt. 2026
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047 - Ch9 Miscellanea Pt 1 Proverb and Platitude 21.03.2026 7:14
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
046 - Ch8 Proper Names in America Pt 4 Street Names 20.03.2026 6:57
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
045 - Ch8 Proper Names in America Pt 3 Geographical Names 19.03.2026 41:07
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
044 - Ch8 Proper Names in America Pt 2 Given Names 18.03.2026 10:09
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
043 - Ch8 Proper Names in America Pt 1 Surnames 17.03.2026 49:48
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
042 - Ch 7 Differences in Spelling Pt 6 Minor Differences 16.03.2026 10:24
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
041 - Ch 7 Differences in Spelling Pt 5 Simplified spelling 15.03.2026 11:07
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
040 - Ch 7 Differences in Spelling Pt 4 Exchanges 14.03.2026 21:50
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
039 - Ch 7 Differences in Spelling Pt 3 The Influence of Webster 13.03.2026 28:30
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
038 - Ch 7 Differences in Spelling Pt 2 General Tendencies 12.03.2026 8:15
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
037 - Ch 7 Differences in Spelling Pt 1 Typical Forms 11.03.2026 21:44
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
036 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 8 Pronunciation 10.03.2026 21:56
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
035 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 7 The Double Negative 09.03.2026 8:24
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
034 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 6 The Noun and Adjective 08.03.2026 6:38
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
033 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 5 The Adverb 07.03.2026 10:09
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
032 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 4 The Pronoun 06.03.2026 36:41
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
031 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 3 The Verb 05.03.2026 56:25
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
030 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 2 Spoken American As It Is 04.03.2026 21:55
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
029 - Ch6 The Common Speech Pt 1 Grammarians and Their Ways 03.03.2026 21:44
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
028 - Ch5 Tendencies in American Pt 6 Pronunciation 03.03.2026 28:39
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
027 - Ch5 Tendencies in American Pt 5 Processes of Word Formation 03.03.2026 22:50
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
026 - Ch5 Tendencies in American Pt 4 Foreign Influences Today 03.03.2026 24:26
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
025 - Ch5 Tendencies in American Pt 3 Lost Distinctions 03.03.2026 19:02
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
024 - Ch5 Tendencies in American Pt 2 Points of Difference 03.03.2026 13:36
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
023 - Ch5 Tendencies in American Pt 1 International Exchanges 03.03.2026 20:35
In this captivating exploration, the author reflects on years spent immersed in the English language, particularly the notable distinctions between British and American English. From vocabulary and syntax to pronunciation and grammatical nuances, he shares his keen observations shaped by both extensive reading and personal interactions with English speakers. Driven by a passion for understanding t...
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