So how was the interview. The questioning person was already aware of the interview. Those individuals sound as though they have no idea what they are talking about. The use of the word, so, to begin a conversation becomes more irritating every time I hear it. Supposed well educated and people in authority continue to verbally address others with the first word, so. Or, Hi, are you busy or do you have time talk to discuss benefits?
Not ever, So, I talked Miss King and she said she was going to a meeting at 3. The usage creates the impression that the speaker wants to sound intelligent. It is just filler. It lets me hanging! So, I wonder what was said before. Example of incorrect usage: [Reporter]: What do you think about the recent Congressional debate on prison reform? I most notice it when trained customer service foreigners speak to us on phones. They are never casual in their vernacular, and thus come off cold, superficial, and non-relatable.
This is especially the case when they fall short of the knowledge or solution we seek. I believe language ever evolves and this should be acknowledged. Not all words mean what they once did.
Our expressions evolve also. Spelling it out for overcomplicated persons will not help you get promoted in any institution EXCEPT a school or university. It is not real world advice. I have embraced the casual approach, because it pays me. Recently, there has been a resurgence in its use with some likening it to um, and like, due to its overuse in writing.
Some writers simply label it as the latest trend in writing style. In fact, starting a sentence with a conjunction such as so, for, but can actually be totally acceptable.
So, why do many people hate seeing it? Well, the main reason is that it can result in fragmented sentences, which impede flow and readability. Another reason is the fact that it can give a condescending tone to a piece of writing. But, they do have their uses just as we used them in the last few sentences. When not at the beginning it can simply be used as an adverb to create more intensity around an adjective like this:.
This is very common in informal writing and should be avoided in more professional pieces. It can be used as a conjunction like this:.
So as long as you know how to avoid accidental sentence fragments, feel free to begin sentences with a coordinating conjunction.
Or it might be disconcerting to your audience. You can search for him by name on Facebook, or find him on Twitter as literalminded and on his blog at literalminded. Jump to Navigation. Can I Start a Sentence with a Conjunction? July 1, We are currently experiencing playback issues on Safari. If you would like to listen to the audio, please use Google Chrome or Firefox. The Quick And Dirty Although many people were taught to avoid starting a sentence with a conjunction, all major style guides say that doing so is fine.
Neal Whitman PhD is an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of the Reynoldsburg, Ohio, school board.
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