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As once correctly put by a renowned author, ‘ Grammar is what allows you to say something big by using something small’. Grammar is the foundation of English - spoken and written alike. English is a language full of synonyms, antonyms, idioms and phrases. Even if you make a small mistake here and there, you can easily bounce back. However, if your grammar is not correct, you are bound to make unsaveable mistakes. Grammar also helps you become better at every other aspect of the English language. With adequate grammar, you will be able to increase your English fluency by being able to naturally use new words, catchy phrases and idioms while speaking and writing. This will help you to communicate effectively and confidently with everyone around you. 

What is grammar? 

In layman’s language, grammar is a general term used for each and every rule and structure used in any language (not just English). It is the constitution of a language. Diving deeper, grammar deals with very specific and simple things that are a must when trying to understand and learn any language. For example, grammar deals with sounds (pronunciation), words (vocabulary), sentences, as well as their combination and interpretation. 

Why is grammar difficult to understand? 

This is, in fact, one of the most asked questions. People who are trying to learn foreign languages, especially English, find it extremely difficult to understand and use grammar in their everyday lives. Many English experts say that this is the fault of the unlimited grammar books available in the market. While having many books on a particular topic is good, the fact that many grammar books are not curated by experts makes the language of the book itself very difficult. This invariably leads to people not only not understanding the essence of grammar, but also gives rise to fear that leads to them not wanting to deal with grammar again. 

This very dilemma is the core reason behind this article. Through this article we wish to provide a comprehensive framework to understanding grammar with the help of videos. Let’s have a look at the following. 

Parts of Speech

Video Title: Introduction to Parts of Speech (Click here)

The video talks about ‘Parts of Speech’ or ‘Word Classes’, which are the foundational blocks of English and they help us understand the broad categories under which English words can be put. There are eight parts of speech:

1. Noun - They are words which are names of a person, place, thing or idea.
2. Pronoun - They are words that are used to replace pronouns.
3. Adjective - They are words that modify and/or describe nouns.
4. Verb - They are words that express action or being.
5. Adverb - They are words used to describe the nature of the action/verb, an adjective or another adverb.
6. Preposition - They are words placed before a noun or a pronoun to form a phrase modifying another word in a sentence.
7. Conjunction - They are words, or a group of words that join words, phrases, or clauses.
8. Interjection - They are words used to express emotions.

In the video, you can see how the instructor shows the use of each part of speech with examples. The speech indicates how the word functions according to their meaning, as well as their grammatical use. Parts of speech are an extremely important milestone in your journey to improve your English fluency. 

Basic Sentence Structure

Video Title :

Grammar Basics - Sentence Structure (Click here)

Direct and Indirect Object (Click here)

In this video, you can understand the meaning of a sentence and its basic structure. These are two of the most important basic knowledge to have while trying to learn grammar. 

What is a Sentence? 

A sentence is a group of words that makes complete sense in itself. It comprises the subject, which is the noun regarding whom/which the sentence is about. As the instructors correctly puts, there are 3 broad categories of sentences under which there are a total of six types of basic sentences: 

1. Subject + Verb : The Titanic sank.
2. Subject + Verb + Subject Complement: She is a teacher.
3. Subject + Verb + Adjective: The sky is blue.
4. Subject + Verb + Adverb: Rani dances gracefully.
5. Subject + Verb + Object: Pawan writes poems.
6. Subject + Verb + Preposition + Object: He writes about poverty.

Types of Sentences

Video Title: Complex Sentences (Click here)

As discussed in the previous video, there are three main types of sentences depending on the number and types of clauses it contains. They are -

1. Simple Sentences
2. Complex Sentences
3. Compound Sentences

The instructor in the given video specifically deals with complex sentences, which are sentences having one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses. 

What are clauses? 

A Clause is a group of words that has a subject and a predicate. Now, many of you might wonder - What is a subject and predicate? 

In the simplest of words, a subject and predicate are the two main parts of a sentence. The subject is the noun about which/whom the sentence has been made. The predicate is the other part of a sentence that tells us about the subject. 

By answering the question of what is a subject and predicate, we have cleared a major part of understanding grammar. 

Subject Verb Agreement 

Video Title: Subject Verb Agreement (Click here)

The biggest, yet the most underrated topic of grammar is an agreement called the Subject Verb Agreement. Understanding of this topic alone can dramatically increase your English fluency. 

The instructor in the video says that like any other agreement in the world, the subject-verb agreement requires the two parties to be in agreement. In other words, the subject and verb must agree with each other as such:

• When the subject is singular, the verb has an ‘-s’ ending. 
• When the subject is plural, the verb has no ‘-s’ ending. 

Tense - Present Tense, Past Tense and Future Tense

Video Title:

Correct way to use Present Tense (Click here)

Correct way to use Present Tense (Click here)

Future time Reference (Click here)

The most important English grammar rule is, undoubtedly, the one about tenses. Tenses can be roughly translated to denoting time. The need to master the topic of tenses is unmatched because everything that one wants to learn in English will require tense. You can increase your English fluency, writing speed, and reading comprehension. But most important of all, you will be able to accurately understand the message that is being conveyed. 

What is tense?

Tense is a category of grammar that takes about time. It deals with narrating the time of action. This narration takes place in three timeframes, which are:

1. Present Tense
2. Past Tense
3. Future Tense

In each of the videos provided you will see how each and every tense is equally important. One needs to master the structure, meaning and usage of tenses to be able to learn English step by step. You will also find the instructors explain to you the easiest ways of remembering the tenses. With time and regular practice, tenses will become a topic under your mastery. 

Non-Finite Verbs

Video Title: All about Gerunds (Click here)

A non-finite verb is a form of the verb that does not show the tense. Therefore, it can never stand alone as the main verb in a sentence. There are three types of non-finite verbs: 

1. Gerunds - When the +ing form of the verb is used as a noun, it is called a Gerund.
2. Participles - When the present and past participle form of the verb is used as an adjective, it is called a Participle.
3. Infinitives - The infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by to.

The given video deals with the first type of non-finite verbs - gerunds. The instructor dives deep into the nooks and crannies of gerunds by talking about it’s meaning and usage. The instructor also gives numerous examples, and highlights how the using of gerunds is important to the word of grammar. 

Active and Passive Voice

Video Title: Active and Passive Voice (Click here)

In the video provided, the instructor can be seen starting the topic with an interesting observation where they talk about the voice. In grammar, the voice of the verb is described as the relationship with the subject or the object. 

A sentence is in active voice when its subject performs the action. The active voice emphasises the performer of the action which makes the sentences in active voice clear, direct and concise. On the other hand, a sentence is in passive voice when the subject receives the action. The passive voice emphasises the receiver of the action which makes the sentences impersonal, indirect and wordy.

What is the structure of Active and Passive Voice sentences?

Active voice follows a clear structure: Subject + Verb + Object. On the other hand, in passive voice, the object of active voice becomes the subject. Only those sentences, which have an object, can be changed into passive voice.

Punctuation 

Video Title: Punctuation Rules (Click here)

One of the most confusing topics of them all, punctuations are that part of a sentence that give it their entire meaning, and complete them. In the given video, you can see the instructor make an amazing parallel. While speaking, we make use of pauses and the tone of the voice to express the intended meaning. Punctuation plays the same role in writing.

Punctuation refers to the system of symbols that we use to separate sentences and parts of sentences while writing. Each symbol is called a "punctuation mark". Rules of punctuation are essentially to the understanding of any written text. 

English grammar is your armour to tackle any and every problem that comes your way. May it be public speaking, or making an office presentation, if you have mastered English grammar, you will hardly ever feel under confident again. There are many tips and tricks to learn grammar, but the ultimate tool is practice. Once you have learnt and understood each and every English grammar rule, you will slowly be able to learn advanced English step by step and improve your English fluency. 

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