Word Order
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Word Order in English


English follows a strict SVOMPT order: Subject + Verb + Object + Manner + Place + Time. Adverbs of frequency go before the main verb but after the verb "to be".

Why it matters: English has stricter word order than many other languages. Getting it right is essential for clarity.

Main uses:

  • SVO: Subject + Verb + Object
  • Adverbs of frequency position
  • Adjective order before nouns
  • Time expressions at end
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