Hi there !
This time i would like to share essential knowledge which i got from reading Mind Our English Column by Fadzilah Amin in The Star dated 30 June 2011. Since long this column has been my inspiration and guidance in my journey as English lecturer. These are for everyone to share :
Wrong : He drank two cupsful of water
Correct:He drank two cupfuls of water
Wrong : Two spoonsful of sugar
Correct:Two spoonfuls of sugar
Wrong : Your prompt attention on the above matter is much appreciated
Correct: Your immediate attention to the above matter would be much appreciated.
Explanation : The sentence should not be written in the present tense, since it is a request that has not been fullfilled yet.
Wrong : Kindly let us have your advise to the above matter in order for us to proceed accordingly.
Correct : Please let us have your advice on the above matter in order for us to proceed accordingly
Explanation : 'Kindly' is old-fashioned and was often used when someone was annoyed with someone else.'advise' is a verb,'advice' is a noun
That's all for this time. Hope this brief sharing may benefit many of you.
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