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  1. 07-Sep-2008, 07:40 #1
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    Default basic english? Why is Basic capital?

    I was wondering why when you say: Basic English you must put "basic" in capital letters when it's before English?

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    Default Re: basic english? Why is Basic capital?

    Capitalize it only if it's in a title.

    Ex: I am taking Basic English this semester. <a course>
    Ex: She speaks basic English only.
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    Default Re: basic english? Why is Basic capital?

    It's also the name of a simplified form of English designed by Charles Ogden to make it easier to learn.
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    Default Re: basic english? Why is Basic capital?

    Hello,
    I just want to put here the link to Ogden Basic Englis

    Big Thanks again Tdol for the info about basic English; I found that really useful.
    Cheers,
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