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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing but functions as a noun in a sentence. Although a gerund looks like a verb, it acts as a subject, object, or complement.

Example:

• Joey is taking acting classes.
• Monica is working as a chef at a restaurant.

To identify gerund in a sentence, look for the word ending with '-ing', which is acting as a noun (not a verb or adjective).

Example:

• Painting is fun.
• I am trying to learn German language.
• She is practicing for tomorrow's cricket match.

Yes, a gerund phrase (gerund + modifiers/objects) can act as the subject of a sentence.

Example:

• Eating too must sugar is unhealthy.
• Running every morning keeps me healthy.
• Learning new languages opens up many opportunities.

If a gerund comes at the beginning of a sentence answers the questions "What or Who is performing the action?", it is considered as a subject.

Example:

Reading helps you learn. (Here, 'Reading' is the subject.)

Have a look at the 4 common punctuation marks in English with examples below:

• Full Stop/ Period (.)- The CAT jumped over the table.
• Comma (, )- She brought snacks, fruits and deserts for the party.
• Question Mark (? )- Did you visit the dentist?
• Exclamation Mark (!)- Wow! you look wonderful today.

There are 14 punctuation marks in English Grammar. Have a look at these 14 punctuation marks with symbols below:

English grammar and composition is something that introduces the students to the fundamentals elements of langauge and writing through enagaging literature and practical writing. Grammar are the rules that govern the structure of the langauge and composition is the way a writer or author organizes and constructs their written work.

Anyone at any stage can work on improving their English Vocabulary. To improve vocabulary, follow these easy ways:

·       Read newspapers, books, novels, etc.

·       Make notes of new words along with their meanings.

·       Use the newly learnt words in everyday communication, wherever applicable.

·       Watch English shows, movies, podcasts, etc.

·       Play puzzles and word games such as crossword, scrabble, etc.

The most commonly or frequently used words in English language are basic vocabulary. These basic words can be parts of speech in English Grammar such as nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, prepositions, conjunctions, adverbs, etc. These words are used for communication and conversations and are easily understandable by speakers and listeners. For example, English words like eat, sleep, repeat, cat, dog, big, small, slow, quick, is, are, the, a, an, and, with, between, among, etc., are all part of basic vocabulary.