How & When to use CONTRACTIONS | don't, I'm, gonna, woulda, etc.

The video explains when to use contractions in English, focusing on standard and informal types. Standard contractions, which include apostrophes, are common in both formal and informal spoken language but should be avoided in formal writing. Informal contractions, lacking apostrophes, are used in casual spoken contexts and are more prevalent in North America. The video advises against using contractions to sound native, emphasizing natural usage and context awareness.

What is a contraction in the context of language?

• A type of sentence structure

• A grammatical error

• A shortening of a group of words

• A type of punctuation mark

When is it appropriate to use standard contractions in spoken language?

• Only in informal settings

• In both formal and informal settings

• Never in formal settings

• Only when speaking slowly

Why is the contraction 'ain't' considered an exception?

• It is very informal and specific to certain dialects

• It is used in academic writing

• It is used in formal writing

• It is a new contraction

In which regions are informal contractions like 'gonna' more commonly used?

• Only in Australia

• Only in the UK

• In all English-speaking countries equally

• North America, Australia, and New Zealand

What is the main reason native speakers use informal contractions?

• To sound more intelligent

• To adhere to grammatical rules

• To save time and effort in speech

• To confuse non-native speakers

What should you consider when deciding to use contractions?

• The number of contractions already used

• The time of day

• The length of the sentence

• The formality of the context

Why might non-native speakers use informal contractions more often in writing?

• They are required in formal writing

• They are easier to spell

• They want to sound more native

• They are taught to use them in classes