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What is an article in English grammar?

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An article is a word that defines a noun as specific or unspecific. The two types of articles are definite (the) and indefinite (a, an).

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What is a definite article?

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The definite article is 'the', which refers to a specific noun that is known to the reader.

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What is an indefinite article?

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Indefinite articles are 'a' and 'an', which refer to a non-specific noun.

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When do you use 'a' as an article?

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Use 'a' before words that begin with a consonant sound, e.g., 'a cat', 'a dog'.

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When do you use 'an' as an article?

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Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound, e.g., 'an apple', 'an hour'.

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What is the rule for using articles with singular nouns?

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Use 'a' or 'an' for singular nouns when they are mentioned for the first time.

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What is the rule for using articles with plural nouns?

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Do not use 'a' or 'an' with plural nouns; use 'the' if referring to specific plural nouns.

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When do you not use an article?

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No article is used with plural nouns when speaking generally, e.g., 'Dogs are friendly.'

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How do you use 'the' with unique nouns?

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Use 'the' with unique nouns that are one of a kind, e.g., 'the sun', 'the Earth'.

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What is the article usage with geographical names?

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Use 'the' with names of rivers, oceans, and mountain ranges, e.g., 'the Nile', 'the Himalayas'.