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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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How can you use the word to begin with in a sentence?

I have several sentences for you.

  • To begin with, sentences are not as hard as you think they are.
  • Pretend you are just speaking to a friend, to begin with.
  • If you don't understand how to make sentences to begin with, you can do better if you look up the terms in your dictionary to find out what they mean.

What part of speech is the word 'enough' in the sentence 'it was enough'?

An adjective, more specifically a predicate adjective, describing the subject of the sentence, "it".

Do you put comma before by?

Not necessarily. Commas are a feature of sentence structure. There is no word or phrase in English that requires one.

Does grand have a short or long vowel sound?

It has a short vowel sound. The A is short as in gram. Grand rhymes with hand and land.

I am told that it is safer to use whether instead of if while reporting questions that start with modals. Is it correct?

No. Using if in reported question (modals or other) is more common than whether.

Could you help me? He asked if I could help him.

If you want to make the question more emphatic use whether or not - This means an answer is being demanded.

I asked the whether or not they had any petrol.

Is it correct to say cognizant with your desire to.?

No. We are cognizant of something, not with it. Perhaps you mean consistent with?

What is a generic plural in English grammar?

Singular nouns are specific, plural nouns lose specificity, hence they become generic. It's especially important in titles.

For example, we say an Academic Curriculum Specialist or Academic Curriculum specialists. Notice the capitalization of the singular Specialist, but not the plural specialists. That's because the plural does not refer to a specific person, but a more generic group of people.

What does hook mean in grammar?

A hook in grammar is a sentence that grabs the readers attention. A hook can start as a question such as "What is of more value then gold?" It could also be fact, quote, shock (Television is a electronic heroin),or a suspend interest (He never gave up on me).

Hope this helps.

Why dont the eggs laid by laying eggs hatch eggs?

Eggs never come out of eggs--what are you talking about? The purpose of an egg is to protect something soft that is not an egg, so that wouldn't even make any sense. Gently, gently... This may be English as a second language manglish and a confusion with semantics and terminology and thinking hatch needs a noun and getting mixed up with eggs, chickens and hens. I think what is meant is: why the eggs you buy, laid by hens, don't hatch when you take them home. If they are battery cage eggs, then they aren't fertilised. Hens/chooks lay eggs whether or not they are mating with roosters. If you are actually buying eggs in a free range environment that has roosters or have your own hens and rooster and the eggs are fertilised, they won't develop unless a chook becomes broody and commits to sitting on them and keeping them at a constant temperature, apart from quick trips for water. The most productive hens have had broodiness bred out of them because while they are sitting on the eggs, they don"t lay any more eggs for some time. but classic old breeds still behave like real, motherly chooks. A lot of people keep little broody bantams to hatch their other chooks' eggs. Personally, I prefer to keep my splenetic rage for people who eat or hunt whales - someone who may be speaking in a second, new language, who genuinely doesn't know the reason why eggs bought don't hatch and may be quite young is deserving of a little more compassion, as indeed, are the whales.

What is the root word of hypnagogic?

It depends upon which part of the word is most important. If "sleep" is the essential part, then the root is hypnos; but if "leading to, or causing" is the core meaning, then the root is ago, to lead.

Is it correct English to say 'a staunch husband'?

Of course it is correct, being simply a noun and an adjective. How not? But the usage is unusual, so to speak, since the word staunch is most commonly seen with ally or supporter or a similar noun suggesting an allegiance not based in a marriage contract.

What is a noun for nervous?

The noun form for the adjective nervous is nervousness.

Is overalls plural or singular?

Can be used either way depending on context of sentence.

Why is pulled a double consonant word with one syllable?

The word "pulled" is considered to have one syllable because the "ll" in the middle is a digraph, which represents a single sound /l/. Despite the double letters, it is pronounced as one unit within the word.

When diagramming a sentence do direct object predicate nominatives and predicate adjectives go on the right side of the main line?

Yes, in traditional sentence diagramming, direct object predicate nominatives and predicate adjectives are placed on the right side of the main line. Direct object predicate nominatives follow the direct object, while predicate adjectives follow the linking verb on the right side of the main line.

Is it okay to end a sentence with the contraction I'm?

Whether you are using the contraction I'm, or the long form, I am, this would appear at the beginning of a sentence or a phrase within a sentence, and not at the end. Here is a normal sentence: I am going shopping. If you instead were to say, Going shopping, I am, you wind up sounding like Yoda. And if you said going shopping, I'm, that would sound even worse.

As an answer to a question it would sometimes be possible to use "I am" as a complete sentence. Who is making that noise? I am. That works. But you would never say "I'm" as a complete sentence. That would not sound right, even though it technically has the same meaning as the long form.

What did briefcases come from?

Briefcases have evolved from early bags and satchels used for carrying documents and important papers. They became popular in the 19th century as a convenient way for businessmen and professionals to transport essential documents and tools for work. Today, briefcases come in various styles, materials, and designs to suit different preferences and needs.

What did office furniture manufacturers devote research money to in the early twenty-first century?

Office furniture manufacturers in the early twenty-first century devoted research money to ergonomic designs, sustainable materials, and flexible workspace solutions. They focused on creating products that promoted employee well-being, supported collaboration, and reflected changing work styles.

Present progressive of judge?

The present progressive is formed with am, is, or are + a present participle (which always ends in -ing).

I am judging (first person singular)

We are judging (first person plural)

You are judging (second person singular and plural)

He/she/it is judging (third person singular)

They are judging (third person plural)

Do you say had burned or had burnt?

You can use either term. 'Burned' and 'burnt' are variations on the same word, just like 'learned' and 'learnt'.

So you could say, 'They were worried the cake had burned', or 'They were worried the cake had burnt'.

When do the grammar school results come out?

The release date for grammar school results can vary depending on the specific school and location. It is best to check with the individual school or education authority for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

What is time words?

Time words refer to specific words or phrases that are used to indicate time or sequence, such as "yesterday," "now," "next," "soon," "afterward," and "finally." These words help to provide clarity and structure to discussions or written texts related to time.

What is the comparative degree of correct?

The frenchified formation"more correct" is preferred, but the native English formation "correcter" is not incorrect. It does have lower status, though, and is considered unsuitable for writing. School-marms will keep "correcting" it until you become an accomplished author and then it will be a robust element of your style.