Did you know that 78% of non-native English speakers find grammar the most challenging aspect of the language?

If you feel you’re among the 78%, don’t worry! In this blog, we’ll share practical English grammar rules to help you overcome common challenges and improve your communication skills in no time.

But first, let’s explore the most common grammar challenges non-native speakers face.

Challenges Faced by Non-Native in Learning Grammar

Complex English Grammar Rules:

English grammar is filled with rules that can be confusing. For example, choosing between "Me and my friend" or "My friend and I" often leaves learners confused, making it easy to get lost in everyday conversation.

Different from Mother tongue:

Many Indian languages use the Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) structure, while English follows a Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) pattern. This difference can lead to translation errors and makes correct grammar challenging for Indian speakers.

Fear of Making Mistakes:

To speak confidently, good grammar is essential. However, the fear of being judged for mistakes can hold you back from practicing and improving your skills.

Limited Speaking Practice:

Traditional classes often focus on reading and writing, leaving little room for speaking practice. Without proper exposure, it’s tough to apply the right grammar rules in conversation.

If you relate to these challenges, get ready! We have useful tips to help you overcome them.

How to overcome Grammar challenges?

Nothing can be changed overnight nor can we master all the rules in a day. But what actually needs to be done to overcome these challenges? Here are a few ways to make the process of learning English grammar rules easier:

Start small:

Learn 2-3 grammar rules each day for better understanding and retention. By starting small, you can gradually improve your understanding of the rules. Maintain a note for basic English grammar rules, for quick revision.

Learn from Mistakes:

Treat mistakes as learning opportunities to identify areas for improvement. This will help to improve your learning progress.

Make Grammar Learning Fun:

Use games and other engaging resources like videos, images to make grammar lessons enjoyable.

Use Real Life Examples:

Connect grammar rules to everyday situations you can easily remember. By this, the complex rules can be easier to understand.

Focus on Sentence Patterns:

As discussed above, the sentence pattern used in Indian languages and English is different. So focus on the pattern while learning English grammar rules to avoid mistakes while speaking.

Example: In Indian languages like Tamil and Hindi we say:

Tamil“நான் நேற்று ஒரு ஐஸ்கிரீம் சாப்பிட்டேன்“ (SOV);

Hindi: “मैंने कल आइसक्रीम खाई” (SOV), whereas in English we say,

English: “I ate an ice cream yesterday” (SVO).

Take Help:

Ask your family for help. But if you feel this isn’t sufficient, you can get help from English language classes or courses like Supernova AI Spoken English Course.

Supernova AI Spoken English Course:

Supernova AI Spoken English Course has 100+ fun activities focusing on grammar, and that too for every type of learner. In this course, Miss Nova, your AI English Teacher, will teach you these activities and make your English Grammar learning journey fun, easy, and effective. She’s available 24/7 to answer your question and improve your speaking skills , anytime you need.  You will never get bored of them and always look forward to the next activities.

To get you started today, here are 5 basic English grammar rules to learn through this blog.

Quick Grammar Rules:

Articles:

Explanation: Articles (a, an, the) define a noun as specific or non-specific.

When to Use:

• Use "a" or "an" for non-specific nouns.

• Use "the" for specific ones.

Examples:

• A: I saw a dog in the park. (Not a specific dog)

• An: She wants an apple from the basket. (Any Apple not a specific one)

• The: The dog that I saw yesterday was barking. (A specific dog, that was already mentioned in the past)

Double negatives in a Sentence:

Explanation: Using two negatives can create confusion or change the meaning.

Example:

• Wrong: I don’t need no help. (Two negatives are used in one sentence)

• Correct: I don’t need any help.

1. Correct Adjective Order:

Explanation: Adjectives should follow a specific order when multiple are used before a noun.

How to Use: Use the order: quantity, opinion, size, age, shape, color, origin, material, and purpose.

Example:

• Wrong: I have a red big ball. (The order of adjective is wrong)

• Correct: I have a big red ball.

Punctuations:

Explanation: Punctuation marks are symbols that help break up sentences and clarify their meaning.

When to Use:

• Commas (,): Use to separate items in a list or to indicate a pause. For example: “I like apples, oranges, and bananas.”

• Periods (.): Use to end a complete thought or statement. For example: “She enjoys reading.”

• Question Marks (?): Use at the end of a sentence to indicate a question. For example: “Are you coming to the party?”

Example:

Wrong: I love traveling with my family and my dog.

Correct: I love traveling with my family, and my dog.

Subject-Verb Agreement:

Explanation: The subject and verb must agree in number. That is, singular subjects take singular verbs and plural subjects take plural verbs.

Example:

• Wrong: The group of students are winning. (The subject "group" is singular, requiring a singular verb.)

• Correct: The group of students is winning.

Comparative and Superlative Adjectives:

Explanation: Comparatives compare two things, while superlatives compare three or more.

Examples:

• Comparative: She is taller than her brother. (Two people are compared)

• Superlative: She is the tallest in her class. (two or more people compared)

To make this more effective, try implementing these rules in your day-to-day life speaking and writing activities. You will start noticing changes when you start practicing grammar activities daily.

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Key Take Aways

1. English rules feels difficult due to complex rules, limited speaking practice, and differences between native languages. However, overcoming these challenges is possible with the right approach and resources.

2. Tools like the Supernova AI Spoken English course provide effective and engaging ways to learn English grammatical rules with 100+ fun activities, instant feedback, and support in your native language.

3. This blog covers 5 essential grammar rules

• Articles

• Double negatives

• Subject-Verb Agreement

• The Adjective Order

• Punctuations

• Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

     4. You'll notice a difference in your communication by consistently practicing all the grammar rules you learn.

In summary, while learning English grammar can sometimes feel like a mountain to climb, it becomes much more manageable with the right approach, tools, and mindset. By breaking down complex rules into simple steps, and practicing consistently, anyone can master the language. The key is to make the learning process enjoyable and engaging, turning what seems like a difficult task into an exciting journey.

To start learning English grammar in an easier and more fun way, join the Supernova AI Spoken English Course. With exciting activities and supportive AI, you’ll look forward to learning every step of the way.

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