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.
too complicated
Quote from: Kaz on August 11, 2009, 09:56:42 PM
You did it!
yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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.