jujube
what's the different between uncomforable and discomforable?tks should be uncomfortable and discomfortable,I omit the "t" you are very kind,really appreciate your help.
19 авг. 2010 г., 2:46
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As everyone has stated, there is no word in Standard English called 'Discomfortable'. However, I don't think it is wrong to use it. 'Discomfortable' is what we call a 'Portmanteau' in English. It is a blend of two or more words. In this case the two words mixed to make this word are 'discomfort' and 'uncomfortable'. Some other examples of a 'Portmanteau' are 'Chinglish', 'Fantabulous', 'Chillax' etc. Here the word has been used to emphasize that a person is both 'uncomfortable' and is having 'discomfort'. It is what I call a creative use of English. Cheers.
19 августа 2010 г.
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There is no such word as "discomfortable". The correct noun is "discomfort". The correct adjective is "uncomfortable".
19 августа 2010 г.
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jujube, The word 'discomfortable' exists. It is listed as archaic in American dictionaries, but in the Oxford 2nd Edition it means pretty much the same as 'uncomfortable' with the possible stronger nuance of "positively uncomfortable" or "comfortless". Unfortunately, the Oxford only gives quotations from the late 19th century, but a quick check of the internet turned up the following sentences. If you are discomfortable with your sleeping postures, use a whole body pillow or pregnancy pillow to support your growing abdomen. When I exercise with any weights over my shoulders, my left shoulder will feel discomfortable or will come out of place again. Playing 3d games with a 4 directional d-pad sometimes can be discomfortable. -So, the word is still in use. I like it and I think I'll start using it.... :) Thanks jujube.
19 августа 2010 г.
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There is no differance between them and they both are correct to use.
19 августа 2010 г.
I never heard of "discomforable" before.
19 августа 2010 г.
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