This is a still from the director's first movie.
This is a still from the director's first movie.
English
a
ə, eɪ, æ, æɪ, ɑ, ɑː, ɔ
Meaning: a
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Example sentences
Give me a pen.
He supported his family on a modest salary.
He supported his family on a modest salary.
The medicine had a positive effect on her health.
The medicine had a positive effect on her health.
The children were playing on a piece of waste ground.
The children were playing on a piece of waste ground.
This designer dress was a real steal at half price.
This designer dress was a real steal at half price.
He had to quit the game because of a leg injury.
He had to quit the game because of a leg injury.
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the market.
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the market.
He noticed a slight change in her expression.
He noticed a slight change in her expression.
The company launched a worldwide advertising campaign.
The company launched a worldwide advertising campaign.
Usage Notes
An indefinite article used before a noun.
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