English Study: Learn Parts of Speech in English
English Study: Learn Parts of Speech in English
In this article, we’ll focus on studying English grammar, specifically Parts of Speech. Think of them as the building blocks of English sentences—similar to the nouns, verbs, and adjectives you learned in school.
To truly understand them, we recommend studying Parts of Speech in English, rather than translating from Japanese. Before diving into the quiz below, you can check out our previous page on Parts of Speech for reference.
What Are Parts of Speech?
Learn Them in English
- Nouns
- Pronouns
- Verbs
- Adjectives
- Adverbs
- Prepositions
- Conjunctions
- Other Parts of Speech
All the items above are essential components for building sentences. Learning them in English will help you naturally understand Subject + Predicate structures. For example, answering previously posted quizzes becomes much easier when you can identify the subject and predicate in a sentence. Answers are available on the ANSWER page.
Review: Subject + Predicate
Before practicing Parts of Speech, make sure to read these two articles. Understanding Subject + Predicate is key because Parts of Speech add detail and meaning to sentences. By mastering them, your sentences will become richer and more descriptive.
Parts of Speech essentially flesh out the subject and predicate, turning a simple sentence into a detailed thought.
Quiz: Identify Parts of Speech
To complete this quiz, make sure you first understand what Parts of Speech are.
Parts of Speech are divided into eight groups. Words that don’t fit into the first seven categories belong to “The Other Parts of Speech.” Practicing this way will help you recognize the function of each word in a sentence. Over time, you’ll start noticing these patterns in any English text you read.
Example Sentences
- Mike likes bitter chocolates because he finds them healthier.
- There are six apples on a dining table.
- I went to visit my friend this morning, and I studied this afternoon in the library.
- People don’t really know how bad gluten is for the brain. (more challenging)
- We need to increase our incomes so that we can live and work for the people who need assistance.
You can categorize these sentences in any way that works for you—by numbering, grouping, or identifying individual words. The important part is to recognize and categorize the components of a sentence.
[Answers are available on the ANSWER page.]
Recommended Grammar Book
This article is based on a highly readable English grammar book. I personally own it, and it’s extremely clear and beginner-friendly. For Japanese learners who find printed books expensive, the eBook version is a great alternative. Its simple format makes reading English sentences easier and more approachable.
Summary
In this article, we studied Parts of Speech, one of the first steps in learning English grammar. Combine this knowledge with Subject + Predicate practice for a deeper understanding. This blog presents the key points in simple Japanese, so you can cross-reference the recommended book while learning efficiently.
