Grammar is what gives sense to language .... sentences make words yield up their meaning. Sentences actively create sense in language. And… — David Crystal Giving Copy Share Image
Spellings are made by people. Dictionaries eventually reflect popular choices. And the Internet is allowing more people to influence spelling than ever… — David Crystal Choices Copy Share Image
There is no such thing as an ugly accent, like there's no such thing as an ugly flower. — David Crystal Accent Copy Share Image
As I get older and I get a few more years experience I become more like Dad, you know, King Lear. — David Crystal Dad Copy Share Image