Here are some essential grammar tips to improve your English writing and speaking skills:
1. Subject-Verb Agreement
Always ensure the subject and verb match in number (singular/plural).
For example:
- ✅ She writes (singular)
- ✅ They write (plural)
2. Tense Consistency
Maintain consistent verb tenses throughout a sentence or paragraph.
- ✅ I went to the store and bought milk. (past tense)
- ❌ I went to the store and buy milk. (mixed tenses)
3. Articles Usage
Use a or an for singular countable nouns, and the for specific or previously mentioned nouns.
- ✅ I saw a cat. (general)
- ✅ I saw the cat. (specific)
4. Avoid Redundancy
Cut out unnecessary words to make your writing concise.
- ✅ She is very nice.
- ❌ She is extremely very kind and friendly.
5. Punctuation Rules
Use commas to separate items in a list or to avoid confusion.
- ✅ I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
- ❌ I bought apples oranges and bananas.
For more detailed explanations, visit our English Grammar Guide. 📘