The grammar of Chinese and English was not exactly the same. Although they are all composed of subject, verb and object, Chinese and English are different in sentence structure, word order and grammar rules. For example, the verb in Chinese is usually placed at the end of the sentence while the verb in English is usually placed in the middle or in front of the sentence. In Chinese, the verb and the adjective are usually placed in different positions in the sentence while in English, the verb and the adjective are usually placed in the same position.
There were also some differences in the grammar rules between Chinese and English. For example, in Chinese, attributes and adverbials are usually placed in front of the modified verb or verb, while in English, attributes and adverbials are usually placed after the modified verb or verb. In addition, there were some special grammar structures in Chinese, such as the "de" structure, the "-ing" ending verb, the "-able" ending adjective, etc. These structures were not common in English.
The grammar rules of Chinese and English are different, but they also have many similarities. Therefore, when learning and using them, you need to understand the differences and similarities between them.
One of the best ways is to read a lot. Reading English books, newspapers or magazines exposes you to different grammar structures in context. For example, when you read a novel, you can see how verbs are conjugated in different tenses and how adjectives are used to describe nouns.
Doing grammar exercises regularly. You can find many grammar workbooks or use online grammar exercise platforms. They often have explanations along with the exercises which is great for learning.
Watching English movies and TV shows with subtitles can be a great way to pick up grammar. You can see how native speakers use grammar in a natural, conversational setting.
One of the best ways is through reading a lot. Reading various English texts like novels, newspapers and magazines exposes you to different grammar structures in context.
To write a story with proper English grammar, start by mastering common verb tenses. Also, pay attention to subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles. Proofread your work carefully to catch any mistakes.
Symbol words: am is is was has been have been will be will have had was had been are were had been are
Simple present tense:
- The Present Continuous Tense:am/is/are doing
- Present Perfect Tense:has/has been doing
Future tense:
- Future Continuous Tense:will/will have been doing
- Future Perfect Tense:will have/had been done
Simple Past Tense:
- Past Continuous Tense:was/was doing
- Past Perfect Tense:has/has been doing
The difference between the simple present tense and the simple future tense:
- The simple present tense is used to describe actions or states that are currently happening. The simple future tense is used to describe actions or states that may happen in the future.
- The simple past tense is used to describe an action or state that has happened in the past. The difference between the simple present tense and the simple future tense is similar to the past tense.
- The present continuous tense and the present perfect tense are both used to describe an ongoing action or state, but the former is usually used for an action that has not happened in the past while the latter is used for an action that has been completed before a certain point in the past.
Simple Future Perfect Tense: will have been done
- It means that actions that have been completed before a certain point in time in the future will continue to happen but have nothing to do with the present.
The tokens of the present perfect, past tense, and simple present tense in English are as follows:
1 present perfect tense:- have/has + past tense
For example:I have been to China
She has a PhD
2 The past perfect:- had + the past tense
For example:I had studied English for six years before I started university
She had worked in a factory for five years before she decided to leave
3 simple present tense:- am/is/are + infinitive/present tense
For example:I am a student
She is a teacher
Note: The use of the above markers depends on the specific tenses and sentence structure.