Tuesday, November 11, 2014

ax/ask: Common Errors in English Usage Entry for Tuesday, November 11, 2014

ax/ask
The dialectical pronunciation of “ask” as “ax” suggests to most people that the speaker has a substandard education. You should avoid it in formal speaking situations.
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  1. GladlylearnNovember 11, 2014 at 2:56 AM

    Good old New Orleans song: "I went on down to the Audubon Zoo and they all axed for you..."

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  2. Jim GordonNovember 12, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    It's only common among certain groups. And it certainelly makes them sound stupid.

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