Sep 22, 2011 · Yes, milady comes from "my lady". Milady (from my lady) is an English term of address to a noble woman. It is the female form of milord. And here's some background on milord: In the …

Sep 25, 2011 · Madam is the word to call a woman with respect. ( Though of course it has other meanings, too). Are there any other words used to call a woman with respect?

Jul 15, 2015 · folks Here are two sentences that I find difficult to understand the grammar during my reading. Last year, two of her ministers suggested that convicted tycoons be pardoned if they could …

May 4, 2011 · What is the correct sound of the letter H when reading the alphabet - is it 'aych' or 'Haych' ?

May 17, 2011 · Question pretty self-explanatory. Should the abbreviation of the Latin term philosophiae doctor be written as PhD (no periods) or Ph.D. (with periods)?

Apr 23, 2020 · I find this notation cumbersome as the read has to count the "greats". Is there maybe an alternative notation which states the fourth ancestor generation explicitly?

Nov 24, 2010 · I see these two expressions are used almost identically in different contexts. Is there a difference between I have got and I have gotten?

Mar 27, 2024 · The prefix bi- refers to both “twice” and “every two”. As MW notes, one should make clear the exact meaning intended: Many people are puzzled about bimonthly and biweekly, which are …

Feb 8, 2011 · What is the plural of "scenario"? I have always used "scenarios", but have recently come across "scenaria" and "scenarii". Should I be treating it as an Italian or Latin word?

When my professor instructs me during his/her office hour, I may simply show my understanding by "Got it" or "I see". But I wonder how to say that politely and professionally in written English,