English

Articles in English: Rules, Examples, and Practice

1. Definite Article: “the”

Rule: Used before a noun to refer to something specific or already mentioned.
Examples:
• I saw the movie you recommended.
• The sun rises in the east.

2. Indefinite Articles: “a / an”

Rule:
• “a” before singular nouns starting with a consonant sound.
• “an” before singular nouns starting with a vowel sound.
Use when mentioning something for the first time or any one of a group.
Examples:
• I saw a cat in the garden.
• She wants an apple.

3. Zero Article (no article)

Rule: Used with plural or uncountable nouns when speaking in general.
Examples:
• Dogs are friendly animals.
• I like coffee.