E-Prime

[Hiro]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-Prime

I think it seems quite interesting.
In this language, one must not use any form of "to be" verbs.

Also, you should attempt to speak exclusively in E-Prime in this thread. I find it both challenging and amusing.

[Travis]

too complicated

[Samus Aran]

too complicated

You did it!

[Travis]

You did it!

yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Daddy]

Writing in E-Prime should not present much difficulty for anyone.  I mean using such only involves the lack of one verb.  I must wonder though, would using the forbidden infinite form of the verb result in breaking the rules of e-prime? I think I shall present some wit with my next statement. One must realize that this sentence may, at first, appear to violate the rules of E-Prime but after close inspection of its syntax you shall notice it does not.

What would become of the English language with a lack of the forbidden verb?  I do not know but I do predict that it may give rise to a new class of pseudo-intellectualism.

And that, my friends, demonstrates the ease of e-prime.