A1 Articles: A, An, The, and Ø
Use "a" or "an" for one thing. Use "the" for a specific thing. Use Ø (Zero Article) for general things.
Rules for Beginners
- A: Use before consonant sounds (a car, a book).
- An: Use before vowel sounds (an apple, an egg).
- The: Use for something specific (the sun, the teacher).
- Zero Article (Ø): Use for general plurals (Ø cats) or names (Ø Maria).
Shadow & Speak - Articles A1