DoggerDan
I used to be a terrific speller. Can't spell for crap, these days. If it weren't for the spell-checker built into my browser...
This forum discussion centers around the joy and challenges of spelling words correctly, with participants sharing personal anecdotes about their experiences. Users express excitement over typing complex words accurately, such as "gargantuan" and "supercalifragilisticexpialidocious," while also acknowledging the humorous struggles with phonetic typing and autocorrect features. The conversation highlights a common sentiment among users about the decline in spelling proficiency over time, particularly when typing compared to writing longhand.
PREREQUISITESThis discussion is beneficial for educators, linguists, writers, and anyone interested in improving their spelling and typing skills, as well as understanding the implications of technology on language proficiency.