parallel structure

Parallel structure, or parallelism, is the repetition of a chosen grammatical form within a sentence. It helps to create balance and clarity in writing.

It enhances readability and flow, making sentences easier to understand and more engaging.

"I enjoy reading, writing, and hiking." All items in the list are in the gerund form.

"I enjoy reading, to write, and hiking." The items are not in the same grammatical form.

Ensure all items in a list or series are in the same grammatical form, e.g., "I enjoy reading, writing, and hiking."

The structure is not parallel because 'to swim' and 'to run' are infinitives, while 'biking' is a gerund. It should be corrected to: "She likes swimming, running, and biking."

It can create rhythm and emphasis, making arguments more compelling and memorable.

"For breakfast, I had eggs, toast, and orange juice." All items are nouns.

In lists, parallel structure ensures that all items are presented in the same grammatical form, enhancing clarity.

Parallel structure involves using the same grammatical form, while repetition involves using the same words or phrases for emphasis.