Technical English - use of articles | 3/22 | UPV

Título: Technical English - use of articles

Descripción: Revision the sue of articles in English Seiz Ortiz, R. (2020). Technical English - use of articles. http://hdl.handle.net/10251/146209

Descripción automática: In this video, an individual presents an educational session on the use of articles in English. The discussion opens with an overview of basic concepts, including two pivotal rules for article usage and a proposed methodology. The presenter emphasizes the importance of using 'a' or 'the' correctly, noting that 'a' should be introduced when mentioning a noun for the first time, while 'the' is used for subsequent mentions.

The fundamental distinction between 'a' and 'the' is also addressed; 'a' is used exclusively with countable nouns to either give definitions or express singularity, while 'the' can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns to specify references. A rule of generalization is noted, mentioning that no article is used with plural countable nouns or uncountable nouns when referring to them in a general context.

The video explains that countable nouns require an article when singular, and the choice between 'a' or 'the' depends on whether the noun is known to the speaker and listener. Uncountable nouns follow a similar logic of definite and indefinite reference for article usage. Special cases for article use are also discussed, such as with job titles, geographical names, institutions, and collective nouns.

The summary reinforced includes specific and general examples illustrating the proper use of 'a', 'the', and zero-article cases. In conclusion, the speaker advises viewers to consistently apply a methodology when deciding whether to use articles, considering factors like countability, singularity, definiteness, and specificity. The imperative to understand these distinctions underscores the video's goal to better equip individuals with the nuanced skills required for mastering article usage in English.

Autor/a: Seiz Ortiz Rafael

Curso: Este vídeo es el 3/22 del curso TECHNICAL ENGLISH. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6kQim6ljTJuAI2piFdNWjW0mZfKreFSf
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