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What should you do if you Cannot understand the meaning of a word?
Sometimes an author will offer other types of clues. Look for restatement. This is where the meaning of the word is restated in other words….Read the entire sentence.
- Your first step is to go back and re-read the entire sentence.
- Think about the content of the sentence.
- Try underlining the unknown word.
How do you fix confusing sentences?
A more methodical approach to fix an awkward sentence is to identify the main noun (subject) and verb (action), then cut the sentence down accordingly. Ask yourself, “What is this sentence about—what is the core subject?” (Choose a noun.) Then ask, “What is this subject doing?” (Choose a verb.)
What makes a sentence easy to understand?
Components of a Sentence Sometimes, complete sentences are also called independent clauses. A clause is a group of words that may make up a sentence. An independent clause is a group of words that may stand alone as a complete, grammatically correct thought. The following sentences show independent clauses.
Why do I keep re reading?
That kind of regression is called unconscious regression and it usually happens because you think your brain didn’t capture the information right the first time. For whatever reason, you don’t trust your brain, so you go back and double-check your brain’s ability by rereading the material you just read.
How do you make a sentence easier to read?
- 10 quick strategies to improve readability.
- 1 | use concise sentences.
- 2 | choose short words whenever possible.
- 3 | avoid complicated language.
- 4 | if you must use obscure language, provide an explanation.
- 5 | use the active voice rather than the passive voice.
- 6 | break up your content into small paragraphs.
What does it mean when a sentence is awkward?
Typically it means that something was ―off‖ about your sentence or phrase: perhaps it was a little clumsy, or perhaps it was a little confusing. Something wasn’t quite right. Awkward sentences are often sentences that ―get away from you‖—maybe you can tell something was wrong, but can’t figure out why.
How do you get rid of awkward sentences?
There are two good preventative strategies for avoiding awkwardness in writing:
- Read aloud. Be sure to read a sentence aloud in order to hear what it sounds like. Does it sound “off”?
- Cut words. Awkwardness often results from using too many words. Try to cut or replace unnecessary words.