Grammar Errors

tense 4 Replies

“I wish I knew about this 5 years ago.” (adv. testimonial) Correct: “had known” (past perfect) Footnote: The numeral should be spelled out.

Started by Cartoon Professor. Last reply by Cartoon Professor Dec. 24, 2009.

This and that 1 Reply

• the vast majority ─ Majorities are too often vast. • really ─ Used excessively as an intensifier, etc. (“I’m really happy to see you.” “I’m really interested in collecting shiny pebbles.”) And as a…

Tagged: usage, &, gram.

Started by Cartoon Professor. Last reply by Judy Vorfeld Dec. 23, 2009.

An Application for leave from college 6 Replies

To The Director, Purdue University West Lafytee. Subject:Application for four day leave . Respected Sir, Most humbly I beg to state that Iam having some urgent work.Therefore I will be unable to a…

Started by Adarsh. Last reply by Gerald Greenwald, MD Oct. 31, 2009.

Knew or Know? 2 Replies

Suppose some one was explaining to me some thing.And I already know about it. Then which sentence should I use? 1)I knew it. 2)I know this.

Started by Adarsh. Last reply by Adarsh Sep. 9, 2009.