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Understanding Parallel Structure in English Grammar

This unit focuses on the concept of parallel structure in English grammar, highlighting the importance of maintaining uniformity in sentence composition. Parallel structure refers to the grammatical balance in writing, where similar elements are presented in the same format. Examples illustrate various forms of parallelism with nouns, adjectives, and verbs. Learn how to construct sentences that flow smoothly and improve clarity. With practical examples and explanations, this guide will help you master parallel structure to enhance your writing skills.

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Understanding Parallel Structure in English Grammar

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  1. Unit 11 Parallel Structure By VannyMartianova Y., S.S., M.Hum. @VannyNingtias

  2. parallel structure • Penggunaannoun, adjective, adverb, verb Harussama/paralel/seragam

  3. Parallel structure • I have a very nice, luxurious car and it runs fast • I have a very nice, luxurious and fast car • Mukti has a fever, cough, and his stomach is in pain • Mukti has a fever, cough and stomachache • Lukman loves to swim, to dive, and snorkeling. • Lukman loves to swim, to dive, and to snorkel. • Ardian is smiling, looking and laughed at me. • Ardian is smiling, looking and laughing at me. • Maria went to market and buy something yesterday • Maria went to market and bought something yesterday

  4. Fajar slept but snored last night

  5. Yesterday, I wrote and send the letter  X • yesterday, I wrote and sent the letter • wrote & sent  verb 2 • Send  verb 1 The students study, learn and did research about fisheries The students study, learn and do research about fisheries I like swimming, diving and to surf  X • I like swimming, diving and surfing • I like to swim • I like swimming

  6. Not only – but also • Both – and • Putra is not only handsome but also generous • Putra is not only diligent in campus but also at home  X • Putra is diligent not only in campus but also at home • Putriis both beautiful in heart and in appearance • Putriis beautiful both in heart and in appearance • Oceano is both sleeping and snoring • Oceania can not only dive but also swim.

  7. Gentha is smart not only in physics but also in english • Put – put – put • Gentha put the books yesterday • Gentha always puts the book on the table • Gentha has put the book on the table • Gentha is putting the book on the table now • Cut – cut – cut • I cut my hair every month • I cut my hair last month • I have cut my hair • I am cutting my hair at the moment

  8. Fiki is handsome and he is smart • Fiki is handsome and smart • Dara is a student, a diver and she is a businesswoman. • Bayu is a student, a diver and he loves doing business. • Dara/Bayu is a student, a diver and a businessman.

  9. Characteristics: Noun: -ion, -ty, -ity, -or, -er, Adjective: -al, -ous, -ful, -less, -ic, -ar, -ile, -ed, -ing, -ory, -y, -ent, -ant, Verb : can be added by: –ing, –ed, Verb 1, 2, 3 forms. Adverb: -ly

  10. Swimming • Slipping • Sitting • Sleeping • Reading • Writing • Watching • Rarity

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