Grammar: ✨ Grammar F: 🧩 Parts of Speech - Basics (A1) - Lesson 13: Indefinite Articles 'a' vs 'an'

Grammar: Articles A1 Lesson 13: Using 'a' vs 'an' What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to choose the correct indefinite article ('a' or 'an') based on the sound of the following word. The Basic Rule: It's All About Sound 🔊 We use the indefinite articles 'a' or 'an' to talk about one general thing. The rule is simple: the choice depends on the first sound of the next word. Use "a" ...before a consonant sound (b, c, d, f, g...). Use "an" ...before a vowel sound (a, e, i, o, u...). The Grammar Rules 📖 Using 'a' (before a consonant sound) a boat on the river a big market in Kampot a delicious durian a friendly person a yellow hotel Using 'an' (before a vowel sound) an apple an egg for breakfast an interesting book an old building an umbrella 💡 Pro Tip: The Sound is Key! Some words can be tricky. Don't look at the letter, listen to the sound . The Letter 'u': It's an u mbrella. …