Basic English Grammar For Dummies – UK

Learn to:

Become confident with written and spoken English Develop your skills without learning complex grammar Improve your spelling and avoid common mistakes

Grammar getting you down? This book will cheer you up!

Is it their, they′re, or there? How do you spell the plural of bunny? If English gets you in a stew, fear not help is at hand! No more rules to memorize just basic, accessible explanations which are simple to grasp. Learn how to structure a sentence to be easily understood, find tips on how to use the correct tone to fit the situation, receive advice on common spelling and grammatical errors, and much more.

The building blocks of English understand what each part of speech does, and you′ll find it easier to know the right word to use Tame the tough stuff learn tips and tricks to help you remember how to handle tricky situations Texting, talking, or writing a letter find out the appropriate style and tone for different forms of communication Make friends with punctuation knowing the purpose of commas, quotation marks, and that often misused apostrophe will help you know what to use where Improve your job chances master the basic grammar and spelling skills which will make you more appealing to employers Make an impression find out how to write a business presentation, slide show, or school report which reflects well on you and impresses others

Open the book and find:

Quizzes to show you where you need help Easy ways to build your vocabulary What makes a sentence complete Tips for using the right tense When you should and shouldn′t use capitals Shortcuts to super spelling Word traps and how to dodge them Common mistakes to avoid

Geraldine Woods has more than 35 years of teaching experience. She is the author of more than 50 books, including English Grammar Workbook For Dummies and Research Papers For Dummies.