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2026-05-06 17:12 UTC
Scribes & Makers Q for 6 May: Ghoti (fish) is a word created to demonstrate the odd pronunciation variations in the English language. Create a word of your own or share one you've created.
I'm a fan of "isn't English weird?" memes but ghoti hits me like nails on a chalk board. It's just...no. *kicks soapbox back under desk*
ANYway.
I love conlangs, but I can't think of any words I've created. (pretty sure there must be some) Mainly I repurpose existing words for slang.
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@saposcat@indieauthors.social 2026-05-06 18:55
@kmherkes@wandering.shop I think you're not alone in disliking ghoti. I've seen a few comments to that effect today 😆 I was surprised to see how far back its use goes, though. I find it a fun word, but judging by reactions, it seems like it must come up a lot in irritating contexts or something.