15 English grammar gifts for the language nerds in your life

It can be difficult finding a gift that is unusual and thoughtful, so we’ve put together this list of interesting grammar gift ideas for the people in your life who have an appreciation for proper use of English (or who need a push in the right direction).

Whether you need a gift for a grammar nerd friend or a member of the grammar police at work, we hope you find something here to suit them. Most of the items listed here cost less than $20, so you can show you care without breaking the bank.

Top grammar gifts for language geeks

Word by Word: The Secret Life of Dictionaries

There are not many books that will impress a true grammar geek – assuming they already own Eats, Shoots & Leaves – but we believe this one deserves a place on the list.

Word by Word is written by lexicographer Kory Stamper, who has spent her life diving into the English language and studying the intricacies of each word, documenting how the language has changed over time.

Even the most ardent members of the grammar police will learn something new from this book and, who knows, perhaps relax their views on certain points.

If your recipient is learning English as a second language, they may appreciate one of these English learning books as well.

You’re* grammar correction embroidered baseball cap

This baseball cap has a simple design but it makes a clear statement: I know the difference between your and you’re. This is one of the most common mistakes made by English speakers, and therefore one of the most often corrected.

The cap is available in 18 different colors and has an adjustable unisex design. It’s made from soft, breathable cotton for extra comfort.

Funny grammar police mugs

There are so many humorous grammar geek mugs to give as gifts, but here are a couple of our favorites. These make great gifts for any English nerd because, let’s face it, who doesn’t drink from a mug on a regular basis?

This first one is a proud declaration that you know how to use a semicolon; they’re not just for winky faces. It’s printed with this design on both sides, so nobody can miss it.

The mug is dishwasher and microwave safe and comes in a gift box. It holds 11oz of liquid, which is a standard size.

This next mug is more about spelling than grammar, but it should still bring a smile to the face of any English nerd. Did you know that the rule ‘i before e except after c’ has a lot of exceptions?

This mug illustrates this point beautifully with the message “I before E unless you leisurely deceive eight feisty caffeinated foreign heirs to forfeit their heinous sovereign conceits.”

The black inlay brings a more premium feel to the mug, and it holds 15oz, making it larger than average.

Check out some more great gifts for language lovers here.

Grammar police tea towel

This witty dishcloth reads “My life is a constant battle between wanting to correct grammar and wanting to have friends.” Any grammar geeks reading this can surely relate to this sentiment!

If you’re looking for a practical grammar police gift then this certainly fits the bill. The neutral color will fit into any kitchen, and you get a generous 28″ x 30″ of high-quality absorbent cotton. The cloth is, of course, machine washable.

“Whom” owl t-shirt

Here’s another commonly misused word. Although grammarians like to point out the difference between whom and who and get up in arms when people default to ‘who’, the English language as a whole is becoming more relaxed on this point.

Still, this funny owl t-shirt will amuse any grammar police who take pride in using ‘whom’ correctly. Available in men’s and women’s fits and from sizes Small to 5XL, with fabric that is lightweight and comfortable to wear.

Funny grammar mistakes bookmarks

This set of 30 bookmarks features amusing observations about bad grammar and spelling, including the joke: “How many grammar police does it take to change a lightbulb? Only TOO!”

In the pack, you get 5 sets of 6 bookmarks, each with a different design on the front and back (so 12 designs and 30 bookmarks in total). You could gift a full pack of 6 to your favorite English nerd, or use single bookmarks as stocking stuffers or token gifts.

The bookmarks themselves are good quality and are coated with a water-resistant coating for extra durability.

“I’m silently correcting your grammar” necktie

Here is a more subtle nerdy English grammar gift, especially for anyone who likes to correct people’s grammar at work.

The message is quite subtle as it is printed in small letters on the tie. It could be mistaken for a straightforward striped pattern from a distance, but anyone who takes a closer look will know that they have a grammar geek in their midst.

“You literally mean figuratively” grammar gift notebook

A notebook is a versatile gift suitable for practically anyone. Give this as a thank-you gift for an English teacher at the end of term, wrap it up as a Secret Santa for the grammar nerd in your office, or give it as a random “I saw this and thought of you” present.

Just make sure the recipient is on the right side of the literally/figuratively matter, otherwise they may not appreciate it quite so much.

It’s a standard notebook with 110 lined pages, measuring 6″ x 9″ (A5 size).

“You had me at the proper use of ‘you’re'” grammar t-shirt

Here’s another fun t-shirt that makes a great grammar gift. This one silently communicates mutual respect from one grammar geek to another with the text “You had me at the proper use of “you’re”.”

Again, you can select this in a men’s or women’s fit and it comes in 8 sizes from Small to 5XL. The cotton/poly fabric blend is soft and durable, and all designs are screen-printed in the US for guaranteed quality.

“You had me at your correct use of ‘you’re'” tote bag English gift

Same message, different product!

This cute canvas tote bag is another practical and meaningful grammar gift. It’s made from highly durable, heavy-weight canvas and measures 15″x15″.

This means it’s suitable for carrying notebooks, school books, a laptop, grocery shopping, or whatever else your favorite member of the grammar police chooses to carry around in it.

Grammar Police Game

In this hilarious game, you work in teams to correct the errors in signs, newspapers, messages, and more. Be reminded of the importance of punctuation in heartfelt messages like “I’m sorry I love you” and “Slow kids on road”.

The game contains 55 cards but may lose its appeal once you have been through them all. Although it might not deserve a place in your regular game night rotation, it’s still good fun as a novelty gift.

Do be warned that some of the cards contain adult humor and may not be suitable for the whole family.

By the way, if you’re after some word games that are fun to play again and again, check out these games for improving your English.

“I’m silently correcting your grammar” journal notebook

Here we have another notebook that makes a great grammar police gift, but this time it’s the slightly judgmental “I’m silently correcting your grammar” slogan. Still, we all know somebody who does it!

This would make a great gift for your office grammar nerd, or perhaps for yourself if you want to make a statement.

The notebook contains 108 pages of lined 6″ x 9″ (A5) paper.

Grammar gift pillows/cushions

True English nerds will be proud to show off their love for proper English in their homes through the medium of soft furnishings.

First, we have this “I’m silently correcting your grammar” throw pillow made from linen. The neutral colors make it a great addition for any couch, and it measures a generous 18″ x 18″.

It’s machine washable and has a hidden metal zipper.

Or why not go for this satin “Grammar Goddess” pillow? It’s a little smaller, measuring 16″ x 16″, but certainly has a more luxurious feel to it.

It’s just a shame they don’t make a matching “Grammar God” one – that would make an excellent his & hers gift for a couple of grammar nerds!

And that concludes our list of fun grammar gifts. We hope you found something suitable here and that the recipient is pleased with their present. If you still have some more people to buy gifts for, why not check out these other gift guides?