Overview
Master the correct order of subjects, verbs, objects, and adverbials in English sentences — the key to natural, grammatical writing.
Basic English word order
- S + V + OShe reads books. / He plays football.
- adjectivesAdjectives come before the noun: a red car.
- adverbsAdverbs of frequency: I always drink tea.
- timeTime expressions usually go at the end: She left yesterday.
Questions & negatives
- Questions: Does she speak French? / Where does he work?
- Negatives: She does not like coffee.
- With 'be': Is she ready? / She is not here.
- Adverbs after 'be': She is always on time.
Common Mistakes
- ❌ Always I drink coffee. → ✅ I always drink coffee.
- ❌ She bought yesterday a dress. → ✅ She bought a dress yesterday.
- ❌ He has a car red. → ✅ He has a red car.
When to use
Writing sentences
She carefully read the document.
Speaking
I usually go to the gym on Mondays.
Forming questions
Where does she work?
Clear communication
He bought a new laptop yesterday.