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LANGUAGE RULES

The rules that keep A2R copy sharp, honest, and unmistakably ours

Language Rules

The words we choose shape how the world hears us. These rules keep A2R copy sharp, honest, and unmistakably ours.

English Style

Our approach: Hemingway-esque. Short sentences, active voice, zero filler.

  • Short sentences

    Default to 8-15 words. Vary rhythm by mixing one short sentence with one slightly longer.

  • Active voice

    "We built adaptive learning" not "Adaptive learning was built by us."

  • Strong verbs

    "We ignite", "We unlock", "AI adapts" — not "We are focused on", "We help to provide."

  • Concrete nouns

    "learners", "publishers", "classrooms" — not "stakeholders", "entities", "environments."

  • No filler

    Cut "In order to", "It is important to note that", "As a matter of fact."

  • Clean prose

    Flowing paragraphs preferred over bullet lists in customer-facing copy.

4w8w12wideal5 wordsShortEducation hasn't chan…2 wordsShortNot really.15 wordsLongThe tools got shinier…5 wordsShortWe're here to change …Rhythm: Short, Short, Long, Short.Sentence sequence

Rhythm Example

Education hasn't changed in decades. Not really. The tools got shinier, the platforms got bigger — but the experience stayed the same. We're here to change that.

Pattern: Short, short, medium. Short.

Banned Language

Words and phrases that are off-limits. Search to check if a term is banned and find the approved replacement.

The Empower Rule

Why "empower" is banned

“Empower” has been used so often in EdTech that it has lost all meaning. It signals generic marketing speak rather than genuine conviction. A2R replaces it with verbs that carry real energy and specificity.

VerbUsageExample
UnlockWhen removing barriersUnlock each learner's potential
UnleashWhen releasing capabilityUnleash the full power of adaptive learning
IgniteWhen sparking energyIgnite curiosity at scale
ActivateWhen enabling actionActivate personalized pathways
AmplifyWhen increasing impactAmplify educator reach

Brand Lexicon

Proprietary terms that belong to A2R. Use them deliberately and consistently.

Cognitive Democracy

The principle that every learner deserves an adaptive, personalized learning path regardless of background.

Use in: Website, keynotes, thought leadership, brand campaigns

Framework

A2R's core product — an adaptive learning framework. This is a product term, not jargon. Always accepted in A2R copy.

Use in: All contexts — website, sales, technical docs, social, blog

Coining Rules

  • Coined terms must be capitalized consistently across all materials.
  • Define the term on first use in any document or page.
  • Never use a coined term as a throwaway buzzword. Each one carries strategic weight.
  • New coined terms require brand team approval before use in public-facing content.

Product Terminology

Accepted product names and model codenames. These terms must always be used exactly as listed — never flagged as jargon or spelling errors.

A2R Products

Core product names used in customer-facing communications.

FrameworkGoProjectAIONCerebroOpenGraph

LLM Models

Large Language Model codenames used across A2R platforms.

AntelopeAstraBelugaBrettaCorniferCronusFlareDragonflyElephatGazelleHermesHornetImpalaIseldaLeviathanLynxMammothOrcaPixiePulsarQuarkQuasarRaptorTyrantWhalleZaphod

Image Generation Models

Codenames for image generation models.

RealismRembrandtBluejayKestrelHummingbird

Voice Generation Models

Codenames for voice and speech synthesis models.

Antelope VoiceBeluga VoiceCornifer VoiceDragonfly VoiceElephat VoiceGazelle VoiceHermes VoiceHornet VoiceImpala VoiceLynx Voice

Vectorization Models

Codenames for embedding and vectorization models.

Antelope EmbedBeluga EmbedCornifer EmbedDragonfly EmbedElephat EmbedGazelle Embed

Speech-to-Text Models

Codenames for speech recognition models.

Antelope STTBeluga STT

Exact spelling required

These terms are A2R product vocabulary. Use them exactly as written in all customer-facing and internal communications. Do not paraphrase, abbreviate, or alter their spelling.

The No-Emoji Rule

No emojis in any A2R communication

Emojis are banned from all A2R communications — external and internal. They undermine our voice's authority and precision. Convey energy through strong word choice, sentence rhythm, and punctuation. Never through symbols.

The ASAR Rule

Internal mythology only

ASAR (and all internal mythology, codenames, and cultural lore) is purely internal. It fuels our identity and team culture but must never appear in customer-facing copy, marketing materials, sales decks, or any public communication. Customers experience the outcomes of our culture, not the mythology behind it.

Formatting & Structure

Different audiences get different structures.

Customer-Facing

  • Clean, flowing prose over bullet lists.
  • Short paragraphs (2-3 sentences max).
  • Bold the key takeaway in each section.
  • Use subheadings to break content every 150-200 words.
  • No walls of text. White space is your ally.

Internal

  • Bullet lists and tables are welcome for efficiency.
  • Use ASAR references and internal terminology freely.
  • Casual tone is acceptable in Slack and internal docs.
  • Same active voice and strong verb principles apply.
  • Keep it concise. Respect your reader’s time.

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