Among the thousands of words in the English language, how do you go about choosing the best word ever? One blogger creates a single-elimination word battle, using NCAA-style tournament brackets.

Explore diphthong "oi" with Anna Scretching-Cole. Explore diphthong "oi" with Anna Scretching-Cole. A dipthong combines two vowels into a single syllable. Practice reading, blending, and writing ...

Today I’m happy to tackle Dan’s scantly covered topic. Whether you rock a Speedo, tankini or three-piece suit to the beach, it’s important to know about the diphthong.

Today, McCagg has answered his question. The best word ever -- according to deep lexicographical research, science, taste, and common sense -- is this: diphthong.

A diphthong, for those uninformed, is not a sexy undergarment for dips. Rather, it is a sound blend made when one vowel sort of combines with another.

Some words can be pronounced with two different syllable structures. What’s more interesting than fighting about who’s right is understanding why these differences arise.

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When talking about the most gross-sounding words, a few real winners instantly spring to mind. Here are the most uncomfortable words in the English language.

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His name may no longer be "Bond, James Bond," but former 007 Daniel Craig is setting the record straight about how to pronounce his name.