Tuesday, 16 June 2015

Inconsistencies

The following corrections will help the English  learner to use the language coherently. Remember 'usage' is more important than grammar, but the learners should never go overboard on English language usage or grammar, while speaking. Proficiency comes with time!



1) He took admission in the university    -      Frequent in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

He gained admission to the university      -     Correct Usage



2) I cleared my exams                                -      Frequent in Pakistan

I passed my exams......................Correct Usage


3) He has become healthy(overweight)-------Popular usage in Pakistan

He has become overweight           Correct Usage

4) I need informations                    Popular usage in Pakistan

I need information(uncountable)       Correct Usage
I need a piece of information             Correct Usage
I need some information                    Correct Usage

5) I am going to give my exam     -     Frequent in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh

I am going to take my exam          -     Correct Usage

6) Make a photo(camera)               -      Frequent in Russia

Take a photo  -    Correct Usage

7) I am student  -  Frequent in Russia and Brazil and other countries

I am a student   -    Correct Usage(Verb be + article + countable noun)

8) I like your dressing(clothes)   - Frequent in Pakistan

    I like your dress                       -  Correct usage

Dressing is a sauce for flavour enhancement

Dressing is a pad to cover the wounds

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