Highly Irregular: Why Tough, Through, and Dough Don't Rhyme―And Other Oddities of the English Language
by Arika Okrent
Why don’t “tough,” “through,” and “dough” rhyme? Arika Okrent investigates the peculiar spellings, pronunciations, and patterns that make English famously irregular. An engaging exploration of the language’s contradictions, this book invites readers to see familiar words—and the rules behind them—in a fresh way.
About This Book
English is full of spellings and pronunciations that resist simple rules.
Highly Irregular examines the language oddities highlighted by words such as “tough,” “through,” and “dough.”
Arika Okrent explores why English can be unpredictable, illuminating the quirks that challenge learners and intrigue longtime speakers.
This book offers an accessible look at the irregular patterns woven into everyday English.
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