Basic English Grammar For Dummies - US (For Dummies (Language & Literature))
- 5h 35m
- Geraldine Woods
- John Wiley & Sons (UK)
- 2015
The easy way to brush up on your English skills
Is it good or well? There, their, or they're? Some people don't have to think twice about using proper English, but for the rest of us it can get tricky and confusing. Whether you're writing or speaking, it's all too easy to fall prey to simple mistakes that will represent you in a less-than-desirable light—which can potentially cost you a job or put you in an embarrassing social situation. Avoiding complicated grammar rules, Basic English For Dummies sticks to the basics and makes it easy to get up and running on what you need to know to partake in successful everyday communication, no matter your audience or medium.
Inside, you'll find plenty of examples and exercises, guidance on how to structure sentences to make yourself easily understood, and so much more. In no time, you'll leave the 'me or I?' debate at the door and speak and write confidently and correctly. Plus, you'll expand your vocabulary, find the right tone and style you want to convey in your communication, and avoid common English language pitfalls.
- Includes quizzes and self-tests
- Provides guidance on composing letters, emails, texts, and phone calls
- Explains in plain English how to improve your English skills
- Gives you instruction and exercises on putting your skills to practice right away
If English is your first language, but you missed or have forgotten the nuances that were taught in school, Basic English For Dummies is your go-to guide. It is also ideal for those learning English as a second language.
About the Author
Geraldine Woods is the author of more than 10 Dummies titles, including English Grammar For Dummies. She is a hugely experienced educator with a gift for helping students realize their potential and come to grips with even the hardest subjects. Her friendly style and good humor make learning easy.
In this Book
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Getting a Grip on Grammar
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Language in Action
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People to See, Places to Go, Things to Remember: Recognizing Nouns
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Practicing Pronouns
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Doing and Being Words: Verbs
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Describing with Adjectives and Adverbs
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Little Things Mean a Lot: Prepositions
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Joining and Commenting: Conjunctions and Interjections
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Making Progress: Verbs Ending in –ing
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Revisiting the Past: The Perfect Tenses
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Searching for Subjects
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Adding Meaning with Complements
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Finishing the Job: Writing Complete Sentences
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Small Punctuation Mark, Big Trouble: Apostrophes
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Pausing for a Rest: Commas
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Who Said What: Quotation Marks
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Big or Small? When to Write Capital Letters
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Writing with Electronic Media
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Presentation Slides and Bulleted Lists
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Writing at School and on the Job
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Spelling Your Way to Perfection
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Tricky Word Traps
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Avoiding Common Mistakes
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Ten Easy Ways to Improve Your Writing Skills
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Ten Mistakes to Avoid
