Grammatical
errors are acceptable if you've just started learning a new language so don't
worry, but you should know they play a very important role in our daily lives.
A grammatical error can change the meaning of the sentence and create a bad
impression.
1. Speak
in English, assuming English is the language whose grammar you wish to improve
upon
English is understood in most parts
of the planet, and its importance is increasing in our daily lives. Learning
grammar can be hard if we don't really know how to speak English. Improve your grammar by
continuous practice. Your speech will reflect patterns you hear, and the rest
will fall into place. Find a friend who can speak to you in English, and move
on. Whenever you feel stuck, always remember to ask for help!
2. Make
a plan
Try to get an overview of English grammar
from a textbook or online resource. Note the grammar points you need to work on
and plan to work on each for at least a few days.
3. Find
a tutor
Some of us may disagree with the idea of
going to a teacher for grammar lessons, but why not? If you are looking for an
alternative, practice grammar using online exercises. There are a number of
sites that offer exercises on a range of topics. While using a computer to type
a document, grammar checkers can be very helpful too.
4. Identify
common mistakes
People who speak the same language often make
the same mistakes in English grammar. For example, many Russian speakers have
trouble using "a" and "the" in English. Find out what
grammar points are often difficult for speakers of your native language. Pay
extra attention to learning those grammar points.
5. Find
some grammar exercises
To learn English grammar well, you'll need to
practice each grammar point until you can use it easily. Look for a book of
grammar exercises that also has answers. Online activities and quizzes can also
help. Focus on just one grammar point each time you study.
6. Pay
close attention to grammar when you read English
When you're trying to learn correct English
grammar, it's not enough to understand general idea of what you read. You'll
need to understand exactly why each sentence is written that way. When you read
a sentence, ask yourself if you can make similar sentences. If you can't or
you're not sure, find textbook exercises for those grammar points and practice.
7. Translate
from your native language into English
When you write or speak your own thoughts,
it's easy to avoid complicated grammar. When you translate, you have to work
with whatever is on the page, even if the grammar is difficult. Start
translating simple things like advertisements and then move to newspapers and
magazine articles. Translating dialog in plays is another good way to practice.
8. Read
and practice
The more you read, the better you get with
your vocabulary. It improves grammar too. If possible, read aloud. Functional
grammar deals with the way in which words and word order are used in social
perspectives to get the message across. However, if you have a sudden dislike
towards heavy grammar books, try the 'parrot method.' This refers to listening
and repeating things as many times as possible, so it becomes natural for you
to say it that way.
9. Reading
aloud is simpler
Why? Because you eventually are listening to
correct grammar as you read it; watching television also helps. It works better
if we watch what we are really interested in, although the BBC is always a
great option. The English spoken in America is different from that spoken in
England. Some parts of spelling and grammar vary between the two countries as
well.
10. Ask
native speakers for advice
If you know any native English speakers,
ask if they could check some of your writing now and then. If there are no
native English speakers near you, look online for language-learning forums or
language-exchange sites. Just remember if the native speaker is not a teacher,
he or she may not be able to explain grammar rules.
Posted by Leila Cynthia Dewi
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