How
important is grammar?
In
linguistics, grammar is the set of structural rules which influences the
composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given language. It is the
systematic study and description of a language, and it helps us to understand
how words and their component parts combine to form sentences.
Is
Grammar important?
Today I want to say a few things about
grammar in general. I know that some of you may wonder why we even need to
learn grammar. And some of you may even think that grammar is boring and
difficult to learn. You are right. Grammar can indeed be boring sometimes. It
can be exhausting trying to learn grammar rules. And it can also be frustrating
if you can’t figure something out. However, on the other hand, learning grammar can come in handy
for you in almost every single situation.
Grammar is a vehicle for expressing meaning,
so a poor knowledge of grammar can seriously hinder communication. As a
student of any language, in this case, English, you need to know the difference
between some grammatical structures. You need to know that each
grammatical structure conveys a different meaning. For example, if you say The dog bit the
postman, you need to know that this is not the same as The postman bit the
dog, although these two sentences contain the same words. This is one of
the many reasons why grammar is important.
Learning grammar doesn’t mean that you need
to memorize every single grammar rule. Knowing grammar means applying all
those different rules in real-life situations. If you are chatting with your friends, grammar
is not that important. No one will judge
you if you make a few mistakes. But, imagine you are in a job interview and you
need to speak in English. In this case, a knowledge of grammar and its rules is
absolutely essential. In more formal situations, you need to apply all your
previous knowledge of grammar when using the language.
Still
confused?….
Grammar lays the groundwork for
effective communication. Grammatical errors
can come in many different forms and all of them have an effect on the meaning
of what is said. If you make a grammatical error, you can easily confuse the
other person and he/she will not be able to figure out what you meant. So, to avoid strange looks when you make a
grammatical error, take some time and learn grammar. What is even more
important, learn how to use grammar rules in real contexts.
Grammar is like a Rubik’s cube. Every single
word has its place in a sentence, and it all fits together in logical ways. Once you master the grammar rules, you can
apply them in real contexts, and you can even choose to avoid them, just like
native speakers sometimes do. If
you understand one grammar rule, it can often be helpful in understanding a
different grammar rule, so the process of learning grammar can be seen as
building on your previous knowledge of grammar.
Remember
to practice!
PPP (Perfect Practice makes
Perfect)
If
you do not practice using your English in a natural context, then you will
loose your English. It is one thing to be able to know all of these
rules, structures and hearing these tips; though another to be using and
applying your knowledge!
A common mistake that many English learners
make (maybe EVEN YOU!) is that they do not practice! The more you practice, the better you
will get. You have to be practicing on a consistent basis,
applying your knowledge. Only in this way WILL YOU IMPROVE YOUR SPOKEN
ENGLISH.
Speaking with friends, communicating
in English on a consistent basis, making mistakes, working on fixing your
mistakes and getting feedback on your spoken English will help you identify
YOUR common mistakes, work on these mistakes so that you CAN improve your
spoken English and communication skills!
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My comments:
The American English word 'practice' is used as a noun and verb.
For the British English, the noun form is 'practice' and the verb form is 'practise'. The knowledge of this differentiation is important to write correctly.
We follow the British system of English, right?
My comments:
The American English word 'practice' is used as a noun and verb.
For the British English, the noun form is 'practice' and the verb form is 'practise'. The knowledge of this differentiation is important to write correctly.
We follow the British system of English, right?
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