Common Errors Flashcards
1
Q
Malapropism
A
Use of incorrect word in the place of a word with a similar sound
2
Q
Split infinitive
A
When you split the infinitive (to + action)
3
Q
Tautology and redundancy
A
Unnecessary repetition
4
Q
Ambiguity
A
When it is unclear how something is meant to be interpreted
5
Q
Error of concord
A
Happens when the subject and verb are not in agreement
6
Q
Number
A
Use for countable nouns (dogs, people, coins)
7
Q
Amount
A
Uncountable nouns (water, bravery, money)
8
Q
Fewer
A
Use for countable nouns (chocolates, dogs, people)
9
Q
Less
A
Uncountable nouns (water, bravery, money)
10
Q
Misplaced/dangling modifier
A
A word, phrase or clause that is improperly separated from the word it modifies or describes
11
Q
Spoonerism
A
When the first letters of words/phrases are swapped
