Grammatical

/ɡrəˈmætɪkəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to grammar; conforming to the rules of grammar.

She received a low score on her essay due to several grammatical errors.

In accordance with the rules or conventions of a particular language.

The sentence is not only logical but also grammatical.

Used to describe something that is grammatically correct.

His use of punctuation made the text more grammatical.

Pertaining to the structure and syntax of language.

Linguists study the grammatical features of different languages.

Expressing the form and function of words within a sentence.

Understanding grammatical categories helps in learning a new language.

From Latin 'grammaticalis' which means 'pertaining to grammar'.

grammatical error

A mistake in the use of grammar.

grammatical structure

The framework of a sentence as defined by grammar rules.

grammatical correctness

Adherence to rules of grammar.

grammar

The system and structure of a language.

syntax

The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences.

morphology

The study of the formation and structure of words.

Grammar Nazi

Don't be such a Grammar Nazi; it's just a minor mistake!

Grammar police

I didn't know you were the grammar police, correcting everyone's texts.