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WotD: Nitty-gritty
Some students find it hard to remove the fossilized mistakes from their English.
One reason is that they have never gotten down to the nitty-gritty of the language and perfected the small things.
Nitty-gritty is often used in everyday language to refer to a situation’s most basic, important, and practical aspects.
The exact origins of the term are unclear.
Nitty-gritty refers to the fundamental, essential, and detailed aspects of something.
When we talk about getting down to the nitty-gritty, we emphasize the importance of focusing on the crux of the matter at hand.
This means getting a good handle on the articles and prepositions regarding English grammar, for example.
Students must delve into the specifics and not shy away from the hard work and attention to detail required to truly understand and become fluent in the language.
In various professional fields, paying attention to the nitty-gritty is crucial for success.
Whether in business, science, the arts, or sports, those who meticulously attend to the nitty-gritty details often emerge as the most successful.
Success is not just about grand visions and big ideas; it’s also about rolling up your sleeves and getting into the nitty-gritty work.
By paying attention to the nitty-gritty, individuals can gain a deep understanding of their field, identify potential problems, and develop effective solutions.
Successful entrepreneurs, for example, understand the nitty-gritty of their businesses, from the intricacies of their products or services to the fine details of their market and competition.
Scientists make groundbreaking discoveries by focusing on the nitty-gritty of their research, meticulously analyzing data, and exploring the minutest details of their hypotheses.
Sure, getting down to the nitty-gritty is not glamorous or sexy.
However, those who master the nitty-gritty details often win Nobel awards or become fluent in a foreign language.
Flesch-Kincaid Readability Test
This post is understandable by someone with at least a 10th-grade education (age 16).
On the Flesch-Kincaid reading-ease test, this post scores 43.
The easier a passage is to read, the higher the score on a scale of 0 – 100.