THE ancient notion of English grammar was one of certain categories of words, and certain rules for their proper use. This is still the idea implied in most of the dictionary definitions of the word.

Mastering English grammar is crucial for clear communication. Common errors among new speakers often follow predictable patterns. Key rules include using only one subject per sentence, employing ...

The Oxford comma. “Ask” instead of “aks.” There, their, and they’re. The legitimacy of “ain’t” and “y’all.” These are familiar, if sometimes contentious, issues in the usage of the English language.

Tips For Improving Grammar: Improving your English grammar does not require complicated strategies-what you need is consistency, the right approach and simple habits that build stronger language ...

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English has rules. Teachers insist on them. Exams depend on them. Grammar books list them carefully. And yet, English breaks its own rules all the time. Take pl ...

Today, March 4, is National Grammar Day: an occasion, the NGD website tells us, to “celebrate good grammar in both our written and spoken communication.” Since I am a linguist and get my quotidian ...

Language is a funny thing. If you're reading this sentence, for example, there's a good chance that you speak and understand English perfectly well. But there's also a good chance that your English is ...

The Academic English (AE) program offers part-time and full-time English language study for students who wish to quickly improve their academic, professional, or general English skills. It offers ...