Grammar: meaning, definitions and examples

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grammar

 

[ หˆษกramษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

language

The whole system and structure of a language or of languages in general, usually taken as consisting of syntax and morphology (including inflections) and sometimes also phonology and semantics.

Synonyms

language structure, morphology, syntax.

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Word Description / Examples
grammar

Use when talking about the set of rules that dictate the structure of sentences, phrases, and words in a language. Suitable for educational contexts and discussions about language accuracy.

  • She is studying English grammar to improve her writing skills.
  • Good grammar is essential for clear communication.

Examples of usage

  • Good grammar is essential for effective communication.
  • She is studying English grammar at school.
Context #2 | Noun

education

The study of the classes of words, their inflections, and their functions and relations in the sentence.

Synonyms

language study, word classes.

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grammar

Use 'grammar' when referring to the set of rules for speaking and writing in a language. It covers syntax, punctuation, and morphology.

  • You need to improve your grammar to write better essays.
  • Understanding grammar is crucial for learning a new language.
language study

Use 'language study' when discussing the broader discipline that involves learning about a language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural aspects.

  • Her language study includes mastering new vocabulary and understanding cultural contexts.
  • He enrolled in a language study course to become fluent in Japanese.
word classes

Use 'word classes' when focusing specifically on categories of words based on their function, such as nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.

  • In English, we have several word classes including nouns, verbs, and adjectives.
  • Understanding word classes can help you construct better sentences.

Examples of usage

  • She enjoys learning about grammar in her language class.
  • Grammar rules can be challenging to remember.
Context #3 | Noun

computing

A set of rules for converting a formal language into another form or representation.

Synonyms

formal rules, language conversion.

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grammar

Appropriate for describing the set of rules that govern the structure of sentences in a language.

  • She is studying English grammar to improve her writing skills.
  • Understanding grammar is essential for effective communication.
formal rules

Best used when referring to the established guidelines or protocols, often in a more official or academic setting.

  • The formal rules of the contest must be followed by all participants.
  • He wrote a paper on the formal rules governing contract law.
language conversion

Useful when talking about translating text from one language to another, or changing a speech from one language to another.

  • The software specializes in language conversion and can translate documents in seconds.
  • He works in language conversion, translating literary works from Spanish to English.

Examples of usage

  • Grammar plays a key role in programming languages.
  • The compiler checks the grammar of the code.

Translations

Translations of the word "grammar" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gramรกtica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅเคฏเคพเค•เคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Grammatik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tata bahasa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะฐะผะฐั‚ะธะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gramatyka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ–‡ๆณ• (ใถใ‚“ใฝใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท grammaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gramรกtica

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dil bilgisi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌธ๋ฒ•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ูˆุงุนุฏ ุงู„ู„ุบุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gramatika

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gramatika

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏญๆณ•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ slovnica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกlfrรฆรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณั€ะฐะผะผะฐั‚ะธะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ แƒแƒ›แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qrammatika

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gramรกtica

Etymology

The word 'grammar' has its roots in Old French 'grammaire' and Latin 'grammatica', which came from Greek 'grammatike techne' meaning 'art of letters'. Initially, grammar referred to the study of Latin and Greek. Over time, it evolved to encompass the rules and structure of any language. In the Middle Ages, grammar was a core subject in education, focusing on Latin grammar. With the rise of vernacular languages, grammar became important for the study and understanding of various languages.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,490 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.