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Grammar: Using THE with common and abstract nouns
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蔡乙菱 posted on 2016/06/10Ever get confused about when to use 'the' and when to skip it? This super clear lesson breaks down the tricky rules for using the definite article with common and abstract nouns, helping you avoid common mistakes! You'll pick up practical grammar skills that make your English sound more natural in everyday conversations.
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US /spɪˈsɪfɪk/
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UK /spəˈsɪfɪk/
- Adjective
- Precise; particular; just about that thing
- Concerning one particular thing or kind of thing
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US /ˈkɑnˌsɛpt/
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UK /'kɒnsept/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Abstract idea of something or how it works
- A plan or intention; a conception.
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US /laɪf/
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UK /laɪf/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
- Period of time things live, from birth to death
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US /ˈdʒɛnərəl/
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UK /'dʒenrəl/
- Adjective
- Widespread, normal or usual
- Not detailed or specific; vague.
- Countable Noun
- Top ranked officer in the army
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