Their vs. there vs. they're

English is not my first language but I did my best to become as fluent as possible. And I find it strange and mildly annoying when so many native speakers are so careless with their spelling.
Their = belonging to them
There = answers the question "where?"
They're = they are.

And no, I'm not a grammar Nazi, but this is very basic!

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ServantOfTheGoddess · 61-69, M

I agree. While we are on English usage, though, please don't use the expression "grammar Nazi"! I know it is an expression that people use but it really is not appropriate or funny. Merci!

HeadGirl · 41-45, F

@ServantOfTheGoddess It's not an expression we use where I live because we tend to prefer correct grammar. The word we prefer to use is "grammarians". It sounds less derogatory.

ServantOfTheGoddess · 61-69, M

@HeadGirl much better! One can also use "prescriptivist" :D

HeadGirl · 41-45, F

@ServantOfTheGoddess Sounds like a doctor's assistant. Lol :)

ServantOfTheGoddess · 61-69, M

@HeadGirl It is the term linguists use, but you are right 🤓