I've seen it written both ways and need to know which way is the correct way to write it out. I'm thinking e-mail, but not sure. Thanks!
Which one is correct? e-mail or email
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The "experts" generally agree e-mail is "more correct", but this is one of those things were common usage may eventually overrule the experts.
Personally, I use e-mail since it stands for electronic-mail.
Personally, I use e-mail since it stands for electronic-mail.
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Better yet, since neither is definitively correct, you can always check the style of whomever you are writing for. Most tech publications defer to Wired style (which I believe generally prefers eliminating the hyphens across the board), but general interest publications will have varying standards.
That's a good point pconsidine, but I'm working on a query letter. This is why I was wondering if there was a correct form, or if either was acceptable. Thanks!
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**Muddying the waters**
On a query letter or snail mail, I use e-mail.
But in e-mails, I use email.
Clear as mud...
On a query letter or snail mail, I use e-mail.
But in e-mails, I use email.
Clear as mud...
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