Each sentence that you write serves a dual role. In simple words, each sentence accomplishes one of these purposes. Either it makes a statement, poses a question, gives an order, or conveys emotion; or it follows one of several sentence patterns, such as simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex. But not all sentences serve the same purpose or follow the same structure.  Sentence classification usually falls into two categories: the sentence’s purpose and its construction.  In this blog, we will discuss the four types of sentences according to their purpose: declarative, interrogative, imperative and exclamatory sentences and briefly mention the four…

Among English verbs, the irregular verb ‘to be’ is considered the most difficult and, ironically, the most frequently used. You use it every day to describe people and their qualities, describe objects, or state places.  Despite being the most used verb, it may confuse English learners due to the variety of its forms. These forms differ in accordance with the subject and tense used. The most common forms are am, is, are, was, and were. This article covers all aspects of the usage of the verb, including the description of forms, functions, and the conjugation of the verb ‘to be’.…

Adjectives play a vital role in all forms of communication, ranging from casual descriptions to technical writing. Nevertheless, the effective use of adjectives is not about using any form of description but entails knowing appropriate classification, order, and correct comparative structures.  This article explains everything in clear terms. Whether you are a student, a language learner, or a writer, by the end of it you will know exactly what an adjective is, recognize one when you see one, and use every single adjective correctly.  What Is an Adjective? An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or…

Have you ever written a sentence that follows the grammar rules but somehow doesn’t feel right? It was likely missing a complex sentence or two.  A complex sentence is one of the most versatile and important parts of the English language. It helps you to create connections between ideas, highlights cause and effect, provides context, and makes your sentence sound like a complete speech rather than a series of short, clumsy sentences.  In this article, we will provide all the information you need about what a complex sentence is, how to construct one, how it differs from a compound sentence,…

‘By’ doesn’t necessarily belong to a particular part of speech. It depends on how you utilize it within a sentence, and it can belong to more than one. You never know; it can function as a preposition, an adverb, or an adjective.  Therefore, it can be a little tricky to understand how to place the word ‘by’ correctly in a sentence. Hence, this guide helps you understand what exactly “by” is doing every time you see it.  What Part of Speech Is ‘By’? A Quick Answer The word ‘by’ can belong to any of the parts of speech, like prepositions,…

When describing the time frame of an action, we use different verb tenses. Suppose you are conversing with someone and they ask what you have eaten during breakfast; what are you going to answer? Is it “I ate bread”, “I have eaten bread” or “I have been eating bread”?  Here, to describe the exact time frame of your action (eating breakfast), you will need correct verb tenses. When speaking or writing in English, we use a wide variety of tenses; however, the good news is that they are all grounded in a simple and consistent pattern.  This guide includes everything…

Imagine you are writing an email asking for some time to complete your report, what will you write; Is it ‘bear with me’ or ‘bare with me’? We often use this expression when requesting others to be patient while we do something. However, it can be challenging to remember the exact word, without understanding its basics. Fortunately, there is a solution.  In this guide you will get a complete breakdown of what exactly this phrase means, its correct usage and common mistakes to avoid. Quick Answer: Is It ‘Bear With Me’ or ‘Bare With Me’? What term would you employ…

While writing a sentence in English, you get encountered with the ‘action words’ that describe the action of the subject within a sentence. These words are known as verbs.  Verbs, together with nouns, are the primary components that indicate what is happening in the sentence. Tell me if you can figure out what is happening in the following sentence: “The dog the ball.” See? In this example, only two nouns are highlighted next to each other which can’t tell a story. However, by just adding one word “chased” between them, you will be able to tell the story. For example:…

When you first started studying English, you most likely learned nouns at first among the other parts of speech. Also known as naming words, it has a significant impact over the sentences you write or speak on a daily basis.  It is the word that defines the subject of the sentence, who is doing the action, and where the action or event is happening. While verbs are cars, nouns are the roads that drive up, the cities they pass through and the gas stations they stop at along the way.  It may seem simple, nouns can often prove confusing to…

A complete guide to prepositions: what they are, the main types with examples, and the common mistakes to avoid in everyday writing.