English grammar is the foundation of clear communication. Here are key rules to master:
1. Subject-Verb Agreement 💡
- Singular subjects require singular verbs: "She runs."
- Plural subjects need plural verbs: "They run."
- Exception: I/You/We/They always use plural verbs.
2. Tenses & Time Clauses ⏳
- Present Simple: "I eat breakfast."
- Past Simple: "I ate breakfast."
- Future Simple: "I will eat breakfast."
- Use when for time clauses: "I'll call you when I arrive."
3. Punctuation Basics 📝
- Periods (.) end declarative sentences.
- Commas (,) separate clauses: "Hello, world!"
- Question marks (?) are for interrogative sentences.
- Exclamation points (!) convey strong emotions.
4. Common Grammar Pitfalls ⚠️
- Avoid run-on sentences: Split with periods or commas.
- Correct fragments: "The cat." → "The cat sleeps."
- Master prepositions: "interested in" vs "interested with."
- Explore more in our Grammar Tutorial 🚀