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A / An / The

~1 min readUpdated July 22, 20263 practice exercises

Lesson Goal

Students learn to use 'a' and 'an'. They practice simple sentences. They know when to use 'a' or 'an'.

Key Points

Use 'a' before words that start with consonants (like 'b', 'c'). Use 'an' before words that start with vowels (like 'a', 'e'). Key rule: check the first sound of the next word.

Examples

  • a cat (một con mèo)
  • an apple (một quả táo)
  • a dog (một con chó)
  • an elephant (một con voi)
  • a book (một quyển sách)
  • an orange (một quả cam)
  • a pencil (một cây bút chì)
  • an igloo (một lều tuyết)

Memory Tips

  • 💡 Use 'a' with consonants.
  • 💡 Use 'an' with vowels.
  • 💡 Listen to the first sound!
  • 💡 'An' is best with AEIOU.
  • 💡 'A' fits other sounds.
  • 💡 Think of the next word!
  • 💡 It's all about sound.

Summary

We learned 'a' or 'an'. 'A' is for consonants, 'an' is for vowels. Check the sound at the start.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do I remember: "Use 'a' with consonants."?
Use 'a' with consonants.
How do I remember: "Use 'an' with vowels."?
Use 'an' with vowels.
How do I remember: "Listen to the first sound!"?
Listen to the first sound!
How do I remember: "'An' is best with AEIOU."?
'An' is best with AEIOU.

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