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Grammar 101 - Solar - 12-19-2013
As I am sure that most of this is already common knowledge to the majority of users on this forum, I do feel that this needs to be addressed. I guess one could call me a 'Grammar Freak,' as I am quite particular with my grammatical usage in everything that I write. I'll provide some examples below.
One of the most common grammatical mistakes that I see is the misuse of there, their, and they're.
There is used to indicate the existence of a particular object, or to mention it for the first time.
Example: "There is a package at the door."
Their is used in order to indicate possession.
Example: "Their exams take place in the cafeteria."
They're is used as a contraction of the words they and are.
Example: "They're going to see the movie."
Secondly, I also tend to see both your and you're misused quite often.
Your shows that something either belongs or is related to you.
Example: "Your computer looks very expensive."
You're is used as a contraction of the words you and are.
Example: "You're doing very well in school."
Also, the third most common mistake I see is the misuse of the its and it's, although it is quite easy to distinguish the two from one another.
Its is a possessive pronoun meaning more or less, of it or belonging to it.
Example: "The dog was wagging its tail."
It's is a contraction of the words it and is.
Example: "It's going to be cold in the morning."
Last but not least, the fourth and final most common grammatical error I see is the misuse of to, too, and two, which I feel is probably the most easy to correct.
To serves two functions, the first being its acting as a preposition, and the second being indicating an infinitive while preceding a verb.
Example: "The woman went to the store."
Too is most commonly used when including something or agreeing with someone.
Example: "He went inside, too."
Two is the number amount of the number 2, and is used to describe having more than just one.
Example: "There are two bakeries in town."
Well, I realize my guide may be somewhat redundant, but I hope that some of you are able to learn from it. If you have any suggestions, be sure to leave them below.
RE: Grammar 101. - Suicide - 12-19-2013
Some people baffle me by their lack of grammar skills. Nice guide for those kids who just don't learn.
RE: Grammar 101. - Nefarious - 12-19-2013
Thank you!
I love this thread.
RE: Grammar 101. - Leader - 12-19-2013
This deserves to be stuck.
RE: Grammar 101. - Boss - 12-19-2013
Nice guide for those who obviously need it.
Perhaps you should teach them how to use punctuation, too.
RE: Grammar 101. - Solar - 12-19-2013
(12-19-2013, 04:57 AM)Eryn Wrote: Some people baffle me by their lack of grammar skills. Nice guide for those kids who just don't learn.
I agree. Thanks for the positive feedback.
Thank you for the positive feedback, everyone.
RE: Grammar 101. - Leader - 12-19-2013
This has been stuck. You should receive the award soon.
RE: Grammar 101. - Suicide - 12-19-2013
(12-19-2013, 05:00 AM)Solar Wrote:(12-19-2013, 04:57 AM)Eryn Wrote: Some people baffle me by their lack of grammar skills. Nice guide for those kids who just don't learn.
I agree. Thanks for the positive feedback.
Yes sir. I do not understand people who do not know the differences. Like that is some basic stuff.
RE: Grammar 101. - Kyou - 12-19-2013
This thread has been stuck. Good guide and enjoy your award.
RE: Grammar 101. - Solar - 12-19-2013
(12-19-2013, 05:01 AM)Leader Wrote: This has been stuck. You should receive the award soon.
Thanks, Leader. I appreciate the positive response.