Person in Grammar and the Drama of Everyday Life
Thomas explores the connection between the concept of person in English (first person, second person, third person) and the drama of everyday life.
Category: Ask Cozy Grammar
Is punctuation the same in different languages and countries?
Charlie C. asks, “Is punctuation the same in different languages (like when you’re translating)?” Take a peek!
An Introduction to the Possessive or Genitive Case
Marie explores the inflection of nouns for case, with examples of the possessive or genitive case of nouns.
A poem on leadership and foresight
Thomas shares a verse from his new translation of the classical Tamil masterpiece on ethics, power, and love, The Kural: Tiruvalluvar’s Tirukkural, published by Beacon Press.
Different Ways of Thinking About Grammar
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about synonyms for the word “grammar.” Take a peek at his answer!
A poem on the connection between learning and life
Thomas shares a verse from his new translation of the classical Tamil masterpiece on ethics, power, and love, The Kural: Tiruvalluvar’s Tirukkural, published by Beacon Press.
Why Are Articles a Separate Part of Speech?
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about why articles are parts of speech when there are so few of them. Take a peek at the answer!
A poem on where right action comes from
Thomas shares a verse from his new translation of the classical Tamil masterpiece on ethics, power, and love, The Kural: Tiruvalluvar’s Tirukkural, published by Beacon Press.
How to find the complement of a copula verb
Thomas shares a trick for finding the subjective complement of copula verbs such as is, are, and am. Simply answer the question WHAT.
Difference between an Adjective and a Predicate Adjective
Kadyn M. asks, “What is the difference between an adjective and a predicate adjective?” Here’s a simple and easy way to tell them apart.
How to Inflect Nouns for Number
In the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie gives a comprehensive set of examples for how singular nouns are inflected for the plural, with spelling tips.
What Is Subjective Case in English Grammar?
A homeschooling student asks,” What does ‘subjective case’ mean?'” Here’s a quick and cozy introduction to grammatical case.
A Simple Way to Find an Objective Complement
Thomas shares a simple but powerful trick for identifying objective complements. All you have to do is to ask the question what—twice.
The Beauty of Beginnings
Cozy Grammar recently offered a workshop on three misunderstandings about how we can begin a sentence. Take a peek!
What is a Noun Of Address?
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie gives some helpful examples of nouns of address.
A poem on Integrity, Greatness, and Light
Thomas shares a verse from his new translation of the classical Tamil masterpiece on ethics, power, and love, The Kural: Tiruvalluvar’s Tirukkural, published by Beacon Press.