Articles: A, An, The

Use 'a/an' for unspecific singular nouns. Use 'the' for specific nouns both speakers know. Use no article for general plurals and uncountables.

Examples

  • I saw a cat. The cat was black.
  • She is an engineer.
  • The sun rises in the east.
  • Music makes me happy. (no article)

Practice prompts

  • Describe a memorable meal you had.
  • Tell me about the best teacher you've ever had.

Frequently asked questions

Why is articles so hard?
Many languages don't use articles, so it feels unnatural at first. Practice in real conversation makes it automatic.