Active vs. Passive Voice
We use the Passive Voice when the action or the object is more important than the person doing it.
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Do not use passive voice for things that happen naturally without a person doing them.
ខុស! Nobody is making the sun shine.
ត្រឹមត្រូវ! Use active voice for natural states.
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Yes, absolutely! It is very polite and professional. For example, saying "Your room is being cleaned" sounds much better than "My staff is cleaning your room right now". 🏨
When do I need to use "by" in the sentence?
You only use "by" when it is really important to know WHO did the action. Like: "The tour is guided by our expert, Mr. Sok." If it doesn't matter who did it, just leave it out! 🚴♂️
Can I use this for training new staff?
Yes! It is the perfect grammar for writing manuals or training guides. "The equipment must be checked", "The reports are filed here", etc. It makes the rules very clear. 📑
Is it okay to use passive voice when speaking to customers?