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Does Yoda speak 'real' English? Is it 'a real trouper' or 'a real trooper'?
1190. This week, we look at what makes Yoda's English special, and we look at the difference between “trooper” and “trouper,” including whether singular “troop” may be short for “trooper” and why “a real trouper” is the...
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Does Yoda speak 'real' English? Is it 'a real trouper' or 'a real trooper'? is an episode from Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing by Mignon Fogarty, Inc.. 1190. This week, we look at what makes Yoda's English special, and...
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Published Jun 2, 2026, 13:06 long, audio available.




