Word: Grammatical

Pronunciation

/ɡræməˈtɪk(ə)l/

Definitions

• Adjective: Relating to or according to the rules of grammar; pertaining to the structure and form of language.

Examples

• Adjective: The sentence “She writes grammatically correct essays” uses “grammatical” to describe the quality of the essays with respect to their adherence to grammar rules.

Phrases

• Grammatical error: A mistake in the use of grammar, such as incorrect verb tense or subject-verb agreement.
• Grammatical construction: The arrangement of words and phrases to form grammatically correct sentences.
• Grammatical analysis: The process of examining the structure of sentences or words to understand their grammatical function within a language.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The student has made significant improvements in her grammatical skills since last semester.”
• “Understanding grammatical rules is essential for clear communication.”
• “Despite its unusual sound, the sentence is grammatically correct.”

Synonyms

• Syntaxical
• Orthographic
• Proper (in terms of language usage)
• Correct (when referring to grammar)
• Well-formed (in regards to sentences or phrases)