SmartAss Facts
Leaderboard
Party Mode
Sign in
☰
All Facts
›
Grammar Crimes Division
›
The letter “C” is unnecessary but refuses to leave. Legacy a…
GRAMMAR CRIMES DIVISION
The letter “C” is unnecessary but refuses to leave. Legacy alphabet privilege.
✗ FAKE
↗ Share this fact
The letter C comes from the Latin alphabet, derived from Greek gamma, and it's used for sounds such as 'k' and 's'. It does serve a purpose in English spelling.
Play SmartAss Facts 🎯
More Grammar Crimes Division facts
The first dictionary was written by a person who hated vibes and loved rules.
The letter “Y” was invented for people who ask too many questions.
The word “awkward” was invented by someone mid-handshake. It was a live demonstration.
The first compliment was “you look less tired today.” Humanity has always been slightly rude.
The word 'alphabet' comes from the first two Greek letters: alpha and beta — ancient branding at its finest.
The phrase “to be honest” was invented to warn you a lie is coming.
See all Grammar Crimes Division facts →
Explore more
📂 All Grammar Crimes Division Facts
🔍 All Facts