Some useful hints about correct English and tips on literary analysis by Barbara Daniels (Doc Barbara) an ex-teacher with an Oxford M.A. in English Language and Literature and a London Ph. D
Single inverted commas
Although it is usual to enclose a word under discussion in single inverted commas, I have chosen instead to emphasise it in red to prevent confusion with apostrophes. These posts are always short and clear so that they can be read easily on a mobile if you follow by email (the red may not show, however!) This is completely free.
Saturday, 5 May 2012
PRACTICE and PRACTISE
Practice is a noun. We went to the football practice. Practiseis a verb. You must practise the piano.
The best way to remember is to think of adviceand advise where you can hear the difference.
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