The Curse of the Aitch: A cautionary tale for language enthusiasts

The curse of the aitch is a grammatical phenomenon that occurs when a speaker or writer incorrectly places an "h" sound at the beginning of words that should begin with a vowel sound. This error is particularly common among speakers of some English dialects, such as Cockney or Estuary English. The curse of the aitch is named after the letter "h" because that is the letter that is mistakenly added to the beginning of words that should not have it. For example, someone might say "hat" with an initial "h" sound, pronouncing it as "that". This error can also occur with other words that begin with vowel sounds, such as "hotel" becoming "hhotel" or "orange" becoming "horange". The exact origins of the curse of the aitch are not clear, but it is thought to be influenced by the phonological features of certain English dialects.

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Art by Davide Baldoni, Lucia Balletti, Federico Bertolucci, Antonella Dalena, Ettore Gula, Gianluca Panniello, Monica Catalano, Francesco Legramandi, Flavia Scuderi, Elisabetta Melaranci, Marina Baggio, Danilo Loizzedda, Federica Salfo and Roberta Zanotta. How can the Guardians stop their doubles from wreaking havoc in their lives, though, when the Astral Drops know exactly where to strike the Guardians to turn their lives upside-down.

The exact origins of the curse of the aitch are not clear, but it is thought to be influenced by the phonological features of certain English dialects. Some dialects, such as Cockney, have a tendency to drop "h" sounds in certain words, while others add an "h" sound where it is not needed. This can lead to the curse of the aitch when speakers overcorrect and add an "h" sound to words that should not have it.

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Twelve portals have opened between Earth and the dark world of Metamoor, weakening the mystic veil that separates the two and protects humanity from an evil that threatens to consume it. Five girls have been chosen as Guardians to stand against this menace. Gifted with powers over the elements, Will, Irma, Taranee, Cornelia, and Hay Lin step into their new roles and together become the force for good known as W.I.T.C.H.!

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Twelve portals have opened between Earth and the dark world of Metamoor, weakening the mystic veil that separates the two and protects humanity from an evil that threatens to consume it. Five girls have been chosen as Guardians to stand against this menace. Gifted with powers over the elements, Will, Irma, Taranee, Cornelia, and Hay Lin step into their new roles and together become the force for good known as W.I.T.C.H.!

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The new Guardians continue their mission to close the twelve portals to Metamoor that threaten their world. When the prediction that they will be betrayed by someone close to them comes to pass, though, can the W.I.T.C.H. girls pull together, or will they come apart at the seams.

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The new Guardians continue their mission to close the twelve portals to Metamoor that threaten their world. When the prediction that they will be betrayed by someone close to them comes to pass, though, can the W.I.T.C.H. girls pull together, or will they come apart at the seams.

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The final confrontation is at hand, and the girls must find a way to take down the evil Prince Phobos and reclaim the crown of Meridian! Who will emerge victorious in the showdown between light and darkness??

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The final confrontation is at hand, and the girls must find a way to take down the evil Prince Phobos and reclaim the crown of Meridian! Who will emerge victorious in the showdown between light and darkness??

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In the aftermath of their first adventure, Will, Irma, Taranee, Cornelia, and Hay Lin have unleashed a dormant evil. Corrupted by a power greater than herself, the ex-Guardian Nerissa re-emerges to threaten Kandracar, and only the girls of W.I.T.C.H. can stand in her way!

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Desperate to reclaim the power of Heart, Nerissa and her Knights of Vengeance put their schemes into motion, and the W.I.T.C.H. girls and their friends won't escape unscathed. Could this be their first true failure as Guardians?

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Desperate to reclaim the power of Heart, Nerissa and her Knights of Vengeance put their schemes into motion, and the W.I.T.C.H. girls and their friends won't escape unscathed. Could this be their first true failure as Guardians?

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Nerissa has the Heart, and all of Kandracar is at her mercy! The girls must face her again, but are they prepared for the sacrifices required for victory. Will Nerissa finally have her revenge??

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A touch of Disney magic perfect for a whole new generation of readers discovering both the W.I.T.C.H. franchise and the medium of graphic novels for the first time!

Nerissa has the Heart, and all of Kandracar is at her mercy! The girls must face her again, but are they prepared for the sacrifices required for victory. Will Nerissa finally have her revenge??

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The girls seem to face new challenges everywhere they turn, and the pressure is threatening to tear them apart. Even their normal lives aren't free of stress -- particularly when Will's long absent father returns! Will the girls be able to pull it together before a new enemy emerges?

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Ari, the lord of Arkhanta, has a grudge against the Oracle and will go to any lengths to destroy him. The Guardians must stop Ari's rising power at the source to protect Kandrakar, but with their team fractured, will that even be possible?

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The girls have barely recovered from their adventure in Arkhanta when they suddenly find themselves facing an Astral Drop revolution! How can the Guardians stop their doubles from wreaking havoc in their lives, though, when the Astral Drops know exactly where to strike the Guardians to turn their lives upside-down?

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The Oracle Accused!

A shadow moves over Kandrakar, and the Oracle can feel it stirring. When a member of the Congregation questions his recent decisions and his involvement in human affairs, Kandrakar's leader suddenly finds himself on trial! The girls are called to testify, but given their recent treatment by the Oracle, will they stand with him or against him.

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The Oracle Accused!

A shadow moves over Kandrakar, and the Oracle can feel it stirring. When a member of the Congregation questions his recent decisions and his involvement in human affairs, Kandrakar's leader suddenly finds himself on trial! The girls are called to testify, but given their recent treatment by the Oracle, will they stand with him or against him.

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The Oracle Accused!

The new Oracle's ambition is revealed, and he'll stop at nothing to possess Elyon's power! Don't think for an instant, though, that he has forgotten about the Guardians. Biding his time, he has every intention of eliminating them as soon as the opportunity presents itself. The girls may still have some allies, but can they hold it together long enough to recognize their true enemy.

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The Oracle Accused!

Having uncovered the true identity of the new Oracle, W.I.T.C.H. and the former Oracle head to Kandrakar in an effort to free Elyon, return the Crown of Light to its rightful owner, and protect all of creation from this terrible threat. Things seldom go as smoothly as planned, though, and as things begin to unravel, can the girls survive their most important mission ever?

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The Oracle Accused!

Having uncovered the true identity of the new Oracle, W.I.T.C.H. and the former Oracle head to Kandrakar in an effort to free Elyon, return the Crown of Light to its rightful owner, and protect all of creation from this terrible threat. Things seldom go as smoothly as planned, though, and as things begin to unravel, can the girls survive their most important mission ever?

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The girls are growing into their powers, but possibly not quickly enough. As their elemental magic swells, the girls begin losing control of their frighteningly increased abilities. Possibly even more frightening, though, is that Cedric is back. and getting a second chance from the Oracle. How will the girls cope when one of their oldest and most dangerous foes sets up shop in Heatherfield.

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Running Heatherfield's Ye Olde Book Shop isn't the new life Cedric wanted for himself, but it may have given the perfect opportunity for revenge! With the Book of Elements and the secrets it contains, Cedric's found the power he needs to finish the Guardians once and for all, but is that what he really wants.

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To save Matt, the Guardians must track down the elemental gems required to open the Book of Elements, but no one ever said the task would be easy! Meanwhile, Cedric finds himself being increasingly drawn to Orube.

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Trapped in the Book of Elements, the Guardians, Orube, and Cedric must confront Jonathan Ludmoore, the sinister alchemist who was once the servant of Phobos, but can they survive this encounter?

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Written by Bruno Enna, Alessandro Ferrari, Teresa Radice and Paola Mulazzi. Art by Davide Baldoni, Lucia Balletti, Federico Bertolucci, Antonella Dalena, Ettore Gula, Gianluca Panniello, Monica Catalano, Francesco Legramandi, Flavia Scuderi, Elisabetta Melaranci, Marina Baggio, Danilo Loizzedda, Federica Salfo and Roberta Zanotta. Translation by Linda Ghio and Stephanie Dagg at Editing Zone. Cover by Alberto Zanon.

Eric has started a new school, but something seems off. The students are tired and listless, almost as if something is sapping their strength. Could this have anything to do with the folktale Hay Lin recently heard about, the monster that drains the energies of its victims?

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Written by Teresa Radice and Bruno Enna. Art by Alberto Zanon, Riccardo Sisti, Daniela Vetro, Federico Bertolucci, Marina Baggio, Giada Perissinotto and Roberta Zanotta. Cover by Manuela Razzi. Translation by Linda Ghio and Stephanie Dagg at Editing Zone.

The Ragorlangs are real! Attacked by one of the beasts and only surviving with the help of her friends, Hay Lin and the rest of W.I.T.C.H. have to find out where these creatures are coming from to protect Heatherfield!

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The curse of the aitch is generally seen as a non-standard or non-standardized pronunciation. In many formal or standard English varieties, words that begin with vowel sounds are pronounced without an initial "h" sound. However, in dialects where the curse of the aitch is common, it may be seen as a regular feature of speech and not considered an error. While the curse of the aitch may be seen as a linguistic variation or feature of certain dialects, it is important to note that it can also be seen as a mark of informal or nonstandard speech. In formal or standard English, it is generally expected that words beginning with vowel sounds should not have an initial "h" sound. Therefore, speakers or writers who consistently exhibit the curse of the aitch may be perceived as less educated or less proficient in English. In conclusion, the curse of the aitch is a grammatical phenomenon where speakers or writers incorrectly add an initial "h" sound to words that should begin with a vowel sound. While this error may be common in certain English dialects, it is generally seen as non-standard or informal speech in formal or standard varieties of English..

Reviews for "The Curse of the Aitch: A historical perspective on language superstitions"

1. John - 1/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Curse of the aitch". The plot was confusing and poorly developed, and the characters were one-dimensional. I found it hard to connect with any of them or even care about what was happening. The pacing was way off, with long stretches of nothing happening followed by rushed and abrupt action scenes. Overall, I felt like I wasted my time reading this book.

2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - "Curse of the aitch" had an intriguing premise, but sadly, it fell flat for me. The writing style was difficult to follow, with disjointed sentences and awkward phrasing. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it hard to believe in the relationships between the characters. Additionally, the world-building was lacking, leaving me confused about the setting and rules of the supernatural elements. Although there were some interesting ideas, the execution left much to be desired.

3. Emma - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Curse of the aitch" based on the hype, but it failed to live up to my expectations. The story lacked originality and felt like a rehash of other fantasy novels I've read before. The pacing was slow, and the action scenes were underwhelming. The main character was supposed to be a strong and independent female, but she seemed to rely too heavily on others for her success. Overall, I found the book predictable and forgettable.

The Curse of the Aitch: A closer look at its victims