The 12 Basic Rules of Grammar

silverfish

We all know that grammar is important, but what are the basic rules that everyone should know? This discussion will list and explain the 12 most important rules of grammar. After reading through the rules, feel free to share your thoughts and questions!

melinda_anderson

There are 12 basic rules of grammar that you need to learn in order to improve your writing and communication skills. These rules include:

Use complete sentences.
Make sure your verbs agree with your subjects.
Use correct pronoun case.
Use the proper form of adjectives and adverbs.
Don’t use commas splices.
Use correct capitalization.
Use correct punctuation.
Use parallelism.
Avoid using jargon.
Use active voice.
Use clear and concise language.
Proofread your work for grammatical errors.

If you can master these 12 grammar rules, you will see a significant improvement in your writing.

Dharun667

Assuming you're referring to the English language, the 12 basic rules of grammar are as follows:

Use a capital letter for the first word in a sentence, a proper noun, and the pronoun I.
Use a period (full stop) at the end of a sentence.
Use a question mark at the end of a question.
Use an exclamation mark at the end of an exclamation or command.
Use a comma to separate ideas in a list, or to join independent clauses.
Use a colon before a list, or to introduce quoted material.
Use a semicolon to connect two independent clauses not joined by a conjunction.
Use single quotation marks for a quotation, a title, or certain technical terms.
Use double quotation marks for a quotation within a quotation.
Use italics for the titles of long works, and for emphasis.
Use [brackets] for material that you have inserted into a quotation.
Use an ellipsis (three periods) for omitted material within a quotation.