grammar
|gram-mar|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈɡræmər/
🇬🇧
/ˈɡræmə/
language structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'grammar' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'gramaire,' where 'gramma' meant 'letter' or 'writing.'
Historical Evolution
'gramaire' transformed into the Middle English word 'gramer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'grammar.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the study of Latin and literature,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the study of language structure.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in a natural language.
Understanding grammar is essential for learning a new language.
Synonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41