I speak English as a second language. I still have troubles working with articles. a, an and the?
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If you speak Russian (or another article-less language) as a first language, it can be very challenging to figure out when you do or don't need them!  Even between languages, there are many differences; in French, for instance, definite articles are used more than in English.\n\nIn general, singular nouns need an article.  If a noun is definite in meaning (refers to an item or items that are either clearly evident to speaker and hearer, or are given a specific identity within the sentence), you use "the".  However, there are so many exceptions that you have to learn some cases by trial and error.  To give examples of some specifics:\n\nThe people ate our food.  (There are some specific people who both the speaker and hearer can identify in some way.)\nPeople ate our food.  (Someone, but we don't know who.)\n\nThe people that we saw ate our food.  (Clarifies which people.)\nPeople that we say ate our food.  (It must have been people we saw, but we don't know which ones it may have been.)\n\nAs for your example:  "What is in the name?" as opposed to "What is in a name?"...  It's the same thing.  If the name you are talking about is clearly defined before you say the sentence or *in* the sentence, use "the".  If it is not, then use "a".\n\nThe easiest way to learn when to use them is to read lots of books and newpapers.  If you have any questions about whether it is correct with the, a/an, or no article, talk to an English speaker.
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Involve yourself in conversation with a native english speaker. It forces you to practice, and there is someone to correct you if wrong.\nsundae552000-answers@yahoo.com.au\nIf you wish to write.
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They don't work!  I think computer translations are awful. Your English seems quite good. I think you could do a better job yourself.\n\n\nBut I will give you some links....
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You need to practice. Find people who speak English, practice with them, and tell them to correct you when you make a mistake.
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You use "a" if the very next word begins with a consonant like "a dollar".\n\nYou use "an" if the very next word begins with a vowel like "an angel".
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I don't know, I had some trouble with the grammar, I always tend to forget the s at the end of the verb when talking in 3rd person for example ( she speakS ) and I also had trouble with the meanings of words, I still don't understand many; AND words like: ¨nevermind¨or  ¨anyway¨ I didn't have any idea what they ment just by looking at the dictionary! :/ ..it's always necessary to make some friends I think; I had one friend who help me so much ..all the english I learnt was because she was so patient with me...I'm learning also some french and German, French is allright cause somehow is similar to my language but German..I'm thinking about quitting ( so hard! :/) .\n\nAnyway, I wish your english improves at a fast rate, reading helps a lot to learn new vocabulary ..and looking at your question seems like you are learning fast to me! :)...good luck!
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No grammar error, but its awkward. Try this: "This article is written entirely in French"
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Try again.  Use English this time.
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You should have written, "Could you please teach me, or advise me about my grammar mistakes?  My grammar is bad so I want you to correct my grammar if I have made any mistakes."\n\nThis is just a start.  I would recommend that you read and read and read - things like Readers Digest and newspapers should help.  The reading level is not too difficult and they are written using pretty good grammar.  The more you read good clear writing the more your grammar will improve.\n\nI've attached a few websites that should be helpful to you.  Good luck with it.
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First, let me suggest a great book called "Eats, Shoots, Leaves" by Lynn Truss. I think you would appreciate it.\n\nSecond, let me embarrass myself by tackling your sentence.\n\n(H)ey, what(')s or what is up with my gramm(a)r?\n\nThose were the obvious errors. Of course, I reserve the right to find more, but that is it for now.
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Using the first letter of the first word in the item to be listed (usually not counting the articles a, an, and the), place the items in the order of the alphabet. A first and then B,C, D, E, and so on.. When there are several items beginning with the same letter, then use the second letter of each item according to the alphabet. Hence Abet, Account, Adam, Aegis, After, Against. If there are two items with the same first two letters the same, use the third letter in those words according to the alphabet. Hence Accord, Accurate.\n\nContinue with the letters of the alphbet. B is next. Hence: Aztecs, Ball, Bee, Bing, Blow, followed by the items begining with C and so on through the alphabet.\n\nI hope this helps.
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The google search-engine can help you, use keywords like "English grammar" etc... you will find a number of website about this.
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repetition of the same word too frequently grates on the ears of native english speakers.  \n\nI suggest THE ELEMENTS OF STYLE, a classic handbook for English speaking journalists as a good start for learning to write effectively in English.  By the way, you do quite well so far.
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I think you already speak english otherwise you wouldn't have  been able to make that question. All you need is practice and a little grammar: for example, you should have said "who wants" instead of "who want's"  but the rest was ok... : )
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I'm not sure what you mean, if English is a second language for you, please try and go to http://babelfish.altavista.com/  and see if they offer translation from your language so that we may help you better.
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Read, read, read.  Magazines such as Readers Digest are easy to read and well writtten.  Also read newspaper artilces.  Aim to spend an hour a day if you can reading this kind of material paying particular attention to the writing style and begin to incorporate it into your own speech and writing.  Notice especialy the kinds of things you know you have trouble with.\n\nAsk a friend who speaks better English to point out to you some of your problem areas and work on those.\n\nI hope these thoughts help.
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sorry. not english to me. my computer keeps telling me it needs imediate attention. im stuck.