A vs An British English Grammar

The video tutorial explains the use of the articles 'a' and 'an' with countable nouns. 'A' is used when the noun begins with a consonant sound, while 'an' is used for vowel sounds. The tutorial highlights the importance of focusing on sounds rather than letters, using examples like 'hour' and 'university' to illustrate exceptions. It concludes with a reminder that these articles are used with singular countable nouns.

When should you use the article 'a'?

• Before a noun that starts with a vowel sound

• Before a noun that starts with a consonant sound

• Before a noun that starts with a silent letter

• Before any noun

Which of the following words should be preceded by 'an'?

• Plane

• University

• Hour

• Jumper

Why do we say 'an hour' instead of 'a hour'?

• Because 'hour' is a plural noun

• Because 'hour' starts with a vowel sound

• Because 'hour' is an exception to the rule

• Because 'hour' starts with a vowel letter

Which article would you use before the word 'university'?

• The

• A

• No article is needed

• An

What is the correct article to use with the word 'camera'?

• No article is needed

• The

• A

• An