Grammar
Grammar is the way in which words are put together to form proper sentences. It’s important to write well-formed grammatical sentences if you want to create a good impression and get your meaning across effectively. Explore the list of topics to the left to get practical guidance and useful tips on a wide range of grammar issues. Or, if you’re searching for the answer to a specific point, such as whether it’s wrong to use split infinitives or to end a sentence with a preposition, you can go straight to our quick-reference Grammar tips.
Jargon buster
A quick-reference list of grammatical terms, including:
Word classes
Don't know your adverb from your preposition? Learn more about word classes (parts of speech) in this section.
Sentences, clauses, and phrases
Learn more about the building blocks that make up speech and writing.
Grammar tips
Straightforward advice on some of the trickier points of English grammar.