Word vs Words

[Van Khanh]

Hi all,

Please tell me the difference in meanings btw these 2 sentences:

a. One does not like to have his word doubted.
b. One does not like to have his words doubted.

Thanks
K

[Yankee]

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a. One does not like to have his word doubted. --> his word means "his promise" or what he has sworn to do.

b. One does not like to have his words doubted. --> This is more general and his words simply refers only to what he says. It doesn't necessarily have to be connected with a promise.
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ESL teacher, translator, and a native speaker of American English