NATIONAL SPEAK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES DAY

NATIONAL SPEAK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES DAY

National Speak in Complete Sentences Day is observed annually on May 31 as a day dedicated to using proper sentence structure while speaking. Join us as we try to articulate why speaking clearly is important.

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National Speak in Complete Sentences Day encourages us to complete our thoughts with a subject and a verb. Even though complete sentences start with a capital letter and end with punctuation, speaking in a complete sentence doesn't mean you should point out your capital letter or punctuation for each sentence. That would be silly. As long as your words express a full idea, a small pause between your sentences should give clues about the beginning and ending a sentence in conversation.

It's entirely possible to celebrate National Speak in Complete Sentences Day while texting as well. So no LOL or ASAP on May 31. If you must Laugh Out Loud As Soon As Possible, you will need to say or type it completely. Be sure to include a subject and verb that agree. Oh, and you will also want to be sure to punctuate these sentences correctly. At the very minimum, your sentence will need a tiny little period at the end. Though, do you think it will require any other kind of punctuation? It just might!

NATIONAL SPEAK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES DAY CELEBRATION

If the idea of speaking in complete sentences confuses you, we offer these suggestions to take part in the day successfully:

• You can visit your English teacher from high school. Your teacher may be able to remember which parts of the class you slept through.

• Grammar blogs and videos offer short tutorials. Reading or viewing one will help clear up any questions you might have.

• Some schools offer refresher courses. Consider taking one to improve your grammar and understanding of language.

• If English is your second language, congratulate yourself on this accomplishment. Mastering one language can be complex but communicating in two languages is a beautiful thing!

Share how will you celebrate National Speak in Complete Sentences Day with us on social media using the #SpeakInCompleteSentencesDay.

NATIONAL SPEAK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES DAY HISTORY

National Day Calendar continues researching the origins of this grammar-focused holiday.