Well, I do…. and the “am” or any other verb is understood, so “better than I” is perfectly acceptable. Proper use of a language is the last gasp of civility.
I am a writer, so words are important to me. Those people who think grammar doesn’t matter are indirectly saying that the content of their speech and writing doesn’t matter. The purpose of grammar is to order content in a way that conveys clarity of meaning. If a person thinks that what they say has sufficient significance to make it worth taking another’s time and attention to hear, then as a matter of courtesy the speaker should be committed to transferring content clearly.
My biggest pet peeve on TV is when they use bring instead of take. Will you bring me to the store. NO, I will take you to the store though. When did bring used like that become proper grammar?
Packratjohn Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Well, I do…. and the “am” or any other verb is understood, so “better than I” is perfectly acceptable. Proper use of a language is the last gasp of civility.
Mickeylacey almost 11 years ago
Well I’m guilty ……but it’s my job!
Spyderred almost 11 years ago
“So much better” is doubtful in itself since “better” is already a comparative" and does not come in degrees.
Spyderred almost 11 years ago
I am a writer, so words are important to me. Those people who think grammar doesn’t matter are indirectly saying that the content of their speech and writing doesn’t matter. The purpose of grammar is to order content in a way that conveys clarity of meaning. If a person thinks that what they say has sufficient significance to make it worth taking another’s time and attention to hear, then as a matter of courtesy the speaker should be committed to transferring content clearly.
tlc1012 almost 11 years ago
My biggest pet peeve on TV is when they use bring instead of take. Will you bring me to the store. NO, I will take you to the store though. When did bring used like that become proper grammar?
Seeker149 Premium Member almost 11 years ago
This should help:
http://grammar.quickanddirtytips.com/than-I-versus-than-me.aspx