The rewards of patience
Here’s a thought nugget from Thomas on where all the seemingly endless details of grammar can ultimately lead you, with the help of Sarah the Herrerasaurus!
Category: Ask Cozy Grammar
A poem on the two uses of wealth
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 remember what a compound sentence is
Here’s a simple but powerful way to remember what a compound sentence is. Take a peek at this video from Thomas.
When to Use After or Afterwards?
Pablo R. asks, “How do you know when to use after or afterwards?” Here’s a way to tell the difference between them and also the word afterward.
Do We Say “One Of Those Who Is” or “One Of Those Who Are?”
When we use the phrase “one of those who,” do we say “one of those who ARE” or “one of those who IS”? How are they different?
Why foundations matter
Here’s a thought nugget from Thomas on why foundations are so important in language. If your foundation is sound, you can build any building your heart desires.
What is the Difference between Literally and Figuratively?
Ezane H. asks, “What is the difference between figurative and literally, metaphorically? Does literally also mean figuratively? How do you use it in a sentence?” Take a peek at this answer from Thomas
Can you end a sentence with a preposition?
Sometimes people teach that you can’t end a sentence with a preposition in English, but as Thomas explains, this simply isn’t true. Here’s why!
A poem on four leadership qualities
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.
The difference between a Participle Phrase & Gerund Phrase?
Heather B. asks, “What is the difference between a participle phrase and a gerund phrase? And how do they relate to dangling or misrelated participles?” Take a peek!
What is the subjunctive mood and is it similar to a conditional?
During a recent live Ask Cozy Grammar session, Thomas answered a question from JT in the United States about subjunctives and how they relate to conditionals.
A poem about 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.
How To Overcome A Fear Of Writing Assignments or Stories
Dot S. asks, “Do you have any tips for overcoming a fear of writing?” Here Thomas shares a few tips that can be used for writing stories and even assignments.
What is the difference between beside and besides?
Emilio W. asks, “What is the difference between beside and besides?” Here’s an answer from a recent Ask Cozy Grammar session, complete with examples.
What are Nouns of Address?
Here’s simple and clear introduction to nouns of address, complete with a creative writing activity from Thomas that you can try.
How to learn to spell words in writing in English?
Mary T. from Iron Springs in Alberta, Canada, asks, “How to learn to spell words in writing English?” Here Thomas shares three simple but powerful principles.