Usage refers to the way our language is used by people who speak or write it when one word, phrase or sentence structure is preferred over others. Think of it as the set of unwritte… See more

So many people think grammar and usage are the same thing. But grammar is the straight-laced, rule-abiding citizen of the language world. It’s the structural rules that oversee th… See more

Okay, I want to break this down as simply as possible. Think of grammar as the rule book and usage as the playbook. While grammar lays out sentence construction’s dos and do… See more

Allow me to explain with some visual examples to see what I’m trying to get at. 1. “Can I go to the party?” This sentence, while perfectly grammatically correct, isn’t ideal when … See more

With improper usage, you can confuse readers or listeners and obscure your intended message. For instance: 1. Improper: “She done good on her tests.” 2. Proper: “Sh… See more