11 signs that showcase polite writing
Many public communications in the UK show that there’s a way to get your message across but still remain well mannered. Consider these examples.
As an unabashed word nerd visiting the United Kingdom, I was instantaneously struck by the differences between British English and American English (“luggage enquiries” versus “luggage inquiries” at the airport), but also by the general politeness of the country’s public signs.
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