How do you make octopus plural? It’s simple!
The plural is octopuses. Why do some dictionaries also list octopi as a possibility? In Latin, some plurals end with an i. The problem is, octopus derives from Greek. The i was a mistake, but so many people adopted it that it became an acceptable alternative. Many people don’t like octopi, and you will rarely see it in edited works, but it does occasionally appear.
Guest post by Greg Fowler
Even if your career isn’t focused on writing, the ability to write well can strongly influence your business opportunities. A poorly-executed email, or a resume filled with mistakes, can damage your reputation. To advance your career and impress your boss, develop your writing skills by employing the following five strategies.
Keep Your Writing Concise Brevity is important.
by Georganna Hancock, M.S. editor at A Writer’s Edge, and special guest in this week’s #GrammarlyChat
When we speak of “editing” a manuscript, people generally have in mind copy or line editing. That concerns a variety of elements frequently labeled “grammar,” but in fact includes punctuation, capitalization, syntax and style matters.
Large publishers offer several other types of editing but independent editors also provide them on a freelance basis.
Fulfill is one of those words with multiple spellings.
Prepositions of direction give readers a sense of place or location. The following chart lists different prepositions of direction, their definitions, and examples.
| Preposition | Meaning | Example |
| above | higher relative to something else | The milk is above the soda in the refrigerator. |
| across | on the other side of | My friend lives across the street from me. |
| along | beside | The ducks are eating along the river. |
