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When and Where to Use Commas

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  Commas are essential tools in writing, adding clarity, rhythm, and meaning to sentences. Comma is a strong punctuation that is essential for writing. It makes sentences easier to understand by separating concepts, establishing pauses, and elaborating meaning. Your work’s readability and flow can be significantly enhanced by using commas correctly. You may write more confidently and clearly by following these straightforward guidelines on when and where to use commas. Here’s a guide to when and where to use commas effectively.  What is a Comma? As per the Oxford dictionary the comma means,   Comma (N) –   used to separate the items in a list or to show where there is a slight break in a sentence.  You must use commas to ensure that your work is understandable. Why to Use Commas? Commas can be used to  divide up clauses  or  to separate important information , but if they are not used correctly, they can also totally affect the meaning of a ...

When and Where not to use Prepositions

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  Imagine someone says, “ I am going on a trip”. Do you find it odd that the preposition “on” is used? Wouldn’t “in a trip” (or “on a trip”) feel more natural or appropriate in English? Rather? Do you ever ponder whether to use “centred on” or “centred around” as a preposition? Now, let us know what is a preposition and learn to use it right. What is a preposition? Do we use the preposition “protest about or (against) injustice,” or do we leave it out completely? When there are variations, are they all equally acceptable, some better than others, or should some be avoided? Preposition is a part of speech. In particular, a preposition serves as a connector, joining one noun or pronoun to another noun or pronoun in a phrase. It also emphasises the relationship between the other word and that noun or pronoun (its object). As a result, a preposition is always contained within a phrase, which is a collection of words known as a prepositional phrase. Although prepositional phrases might ...

15 commonly confused English words

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  English, a language rich in nuances, often presents us with words that sound alike but have vastly different meanings. This linguistic quirk can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunications. Let’s delve into why these similar-sounding words can be so confusing, and explore some of the most common words that confuse us. Know More Let us read the three sentence below, Read it aloud! The  effect  of the new medicine was to  affect  the patient’s mood positively. The  stationary  bike in the gym was covered in dust, while the new  stationery  The  loose  dog ran around the park, and I hope I don’t  lose  sight of it. You may be stuck into the loop of puzzlement! But, Fret not! Not just you, even proficient speakers occasionally use the incorrect term when they mean another, ignoring the fact that they all have different meanings. There are lots of English words that can be perplexing because, although they may sound the s...