Tag: Grammar

• The English language contains hundreds of thousands of words, each with its own conventions of use
• Confusion often arises with pairs like 'affect'/'effect' and terms like 'evidence' or 'research' that can be nouns or verbs

Mastering prepositions improves your writing's clarity. This article tackles choosing the right preposition for situations like describing changes in quantity or using gerunds. It clarifies common confusions with "in," "of," "by," "through," and "via" through examples, ensuring your writing is polished and precise.

Subject-verb agreement is crucial for clear writing. This article explains how to ensure your verbs match the number (singular or plural) of their corresponding subjects, avoiding awkward phrasing and confusion. It covers common mistakes and offers examples to guide you.

Mastering modifier placement is essential for clear writing. Misplaced modifiers can alter a sentence's meaning, while dangling modifiers leave the reader unsure of what's being modified. The article offers guidance on using modifiers effectively and avoiding common pitfalls.

Concise writing in academic research is crucial for clear communication. Word limits and reader attention demand it. This summary emphasizes that researchers can write clearly and effectively by focusing on what matters most.

How to choose the proper verb tense when writing up a scientific paper (with a link to our more in-depth downloadable resource).

This article discusses how to avoid sentence fragments, which may confuse readers and be considered problematic by journal editors.

This is our glossary of terms that we use in our articles.

• Using nouns as adjectives can help save space in your writing
• However, stacking nouns in a long string can create confusion for the reader