Contractions

[kkookk2003]

Hi,

We often use contractions while speaking, but is it all right to use them when writing as well?

Ben

[cj25]

Ben,

The following link connects to an article on contractions.


Writing, Clear and Simple - Articles - Contractions and How Not to Abuse 'Em


Hope this helps!

[CatFight]

Hey,

I think that you are not supposed to use contractions in written English (although contractions are somehow cool).

All the best, CatFight

[RoyJ]

I've always said "Don't use contractions in written English."

...Wait a minute...


(OK, that was a bit of foolishness on my part.)

I'm the author of the article linked above. I'm not a teacher, but I am a professional writer and editor, and the short version is this: There is no reason not to use contractions in written English. See the article for details.

[kkookk2003]

Thank you Roy. Loved the article

Ben