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Nader75 Posted 19 years ago
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correct and proper .

What is the difference between correct and proper ?
  

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I'd say "proper" means OK in a particular context. "Correct" can mean the same, but also has the meaning of "with no mistakes", as in a correct sentence.

  • I'd say "proper" means OK in a particular context.
  • "Correct" can mean the same, but also has the meaning of "with no mistakes", as in a correct sentence.
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I'd say "proper" means OK in a particular context.

"Correct" can mean the same, but also has the meaning of "with no mistakes", as in a correct sentence.

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