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Grammar
Includes properly using words and other components to form complete sentences; also inlcludes the various rules associated with forming sentences.
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"ringing" is the gerund (verb acting as noun).
See also "participles"
What is the gerund of this sentence This bill is talking to my friend in Omaha?
The gerund is talking. Gerund is referred to as the non infinite for of a verb in English.
Sorry! There is no gerund in this sentence. The word "talking" if finite verb, present participle. The Gerund is 'verb-noun'. It is same in shape and form as present participle, but it is used as a noun. Example: Excessive talking is not a good habit. I don't like talking too much. Continuous walking tired me. Painting is my hobby. I am expert in painting. The words written in bold are Gerunds, verb-nouns. (Prof. Muhammad Aslam Gondal M.A. English. PGD-ELT.)
Is it correct to say I have no any idea?
No, it is not correct to say "I have no any idea." The correct phrasing would be "I have no idea" or "I don't have any idea."
What is the direct object in this sentence Jerry was so happy because of his promotion?
The object in the sentence is 'happy', a predicate adjective (also called a subject complement), an adjective that follows a linking verb that restates the subject (Jerry = happy).
Do the sentences given in the Discussion Area on this question have the same meaning?
1. He lives in the house across the road.
The above sentence is correct grammatically.
2. He lives in the house over the road.
The above sentence is INcorrect grammatically. You can cross over the road, but the house is not 'over' the road. If a house was 'over' a road, the house would be hovering above the road.
3. He lives in the house across the street.
The above sentence is correct grammatically.
4. He lives in the house over the street.
This is the same as question #2. A house is not 'over' a street or road.
5. I saw the children wandering slowly across the road.
The above sentence is correct grammatically.
6. I saw the children wandering slowly over the road.
For the same reasons as #2 and #4, the above is INcorrect.
7. I saw the children wandering slowly across the street.
The above sentence is correct grammatically.
8. I saw the children wandering slowly over the street.
For the same reasons as #2, #4, and #6, the above is INcorrect.
9. I was fortunate to get across the road without being knocked over.
The above sentence is correct grammatically.
10. I was fortunate to get over the road without being knocked over.
For the same reasons as #2, #4, #6, and #8, the above is INcorrect.
11. I was fortunate to get across the street without being knocked over.
The above sentence is correct grammatically.
12. I was fortunate to get over the street without being knocked over.
For the same reasons as #2, #4, #6, #8, and #10, the above is INcorrect.
Consider the differences in following correct sentences:
I could only walk across the street by jumping over the potholes.
He lives in the house across the road, but with a jetpack invention he could travel over the road to my house.
Over means above, not on the surface. So I can't walk 'over' a street or road.
I can walk along, down, up, or across a street or road.
What is the stressed syllable in the word report?
that would be the plosive, or "P" sound in the word. A stressed syllable is one that carries the word, it's usually the loudest sound/plosive, glottal or dental stop in the word, like "G" in German and "D" in Dentist.
Hope that helps!
Alyssa
Which part is stressed in the word configuration?
In the word "configuration," the stress falls on the second syllable "fig." It is pronounced as con-fig-u-ra-tion.
What is an example of the word chiefs in a predicate nominative in a sentence?
here is chiefs in a sentance with a predicate nominative:
In pursuing the fire bug, the Fire Chiefs from three counties were relentless.
here is chiefs as a predicate nominative:
In each tribe the strongest braves became chiefs.
Do you always put a comma between town and state?
im a girl in 5th so if u get it wrong sorry. but yes you do
Is an introductory comma is used after an interjection and participial phrase?
No, an introductory comma is not typically used after an interjection or participial phrase. Commas are usually used after introductory clauses or phrases to separate them from the main clause, but for interjections and participial phrases, a comma is not necessary in most cases.
Gabi leaves are commonly used in cooking, especially in Filipino cuisine, where they are often used in dishes like sinigang and laing. The root of the gabi plant is also known as taro and is used in many dishes worldwide, often boiled, mashed, or added to stews. Additionally, gabi leaves are used in traditional medicine for their anti-inflammatory properties and as a poultice for skin conditions.
What is your convenient time that i can speak to you is it in correct form?
What is a convenient time that i can speak to you? Is a better way to write this sentence. You got the convenient right but you should use a instead of your. Hope this helps.
Is the sentence i missed you too grammatically correct?
It is if you capitalize and punctuate it correctly:
I missed you, too.
Do you always put a comma after then when it starts of a sentence?
No, a comma is not always needed after "then" at the beginning of a sentence. It depends on the context and structure of the sentence. If "then" is used as a conjunction to connect two clauses, a comma may be necessary; otherwise, it is typically not required.
Why is there more than correct way to say the same thing?
Language is flexible and constantly evolving, with different dialects, regional variations, and cultural influences shaping how people communicate. This diversity allows for creativity and personal expression in language, resulting in multiple correct ways to convey the same message. Additionally, context, tone, and audience play a role in determining the most appropriate way to communicate an idea.
What is one word containing the root of ite and means native?
I think "ite" is a suffix NOT a root word.
However suburbanite means a native of the suburbs if that helps.
A Moscovite lives in Moscow
Soft G.
Hard G makes a guh sound. Soft G makes a J sound.
What is the correct form for writing PS?
The correct form for writing "P.S." is to use all uppercase letters with periods after each letter, like so: P.S. It stands for "postscript" and is typically used to add a note after the main body of a letter or email.
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Can a preposition be part of the complete subject?
No, a preposition cannot be part of the complete subject. The complete subject is the noun or pronoun that a sentence is about, and it does not include prepositions. Prepositions are used to show the relationship between words in a sentence.
the voice is iportant because if you didn't have a voice you could only talk to certent people.
How is correct continue working or continue to work?
Both "continue working" and "continue to work" are correct and can be used interchangeably. "Continue working" is more informal and common in spoken English, while "continue to work" is slightly more formal and often seen in written English. Both effectively convey the same meaning.
