Words / A2

RYT-ing/ˈraɪtɪŋ/

Writing is written words, or the skill of producing them: improve your writing, in writing, a piece of writing. Write is the verb; writing is the noun. Handwriting is the look of letters by hand. Uncountable in “her writing”. Do not write riding (on a bike) for writing.

Meaning

Words that have been written; the skill of producing text.

Examples

• “Her writing has improved this term.”
• “Keep a diary to practise writing.”
• “The contract must be in writing, not only a phone call.”

Good to know

in writing / a piece of writing. Verb: write. Related: handwriting. Mix-up: riding.

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