Comment on Since the invention of the printing press and mass-produced books in the 15th century, silent letters/syllables in written texts have unnecessarily hastened deforestation
If it was written out as “God damn that damn is high!” People would complain that they’re spelled the same way.
Another example: “Dam that river!” vs. “Damn that river!” could be confused.
Kelly@lemmy.world 1 year ago
Another example: “Dam that river!” vs. “Damn that river!” could be confused.