Putting The M.C. Hammer On Grammar

What is grammar?

According to the dictionary, grammar is defined as:

• The study of how words and their component parts combine to form sentences.
• The study of structural relationships in language or in a language, sometimes including pronunciation, meaning, and linguistic history.
• The system of inflections, syntax, and word formation of a language.
• The system of rules implicit in a language, viewed as a mechanism for generating all sentences possible in that language.

Why is grammar important?

Grammar is critical for a variety of reasons. To me, Philip Lesly, a renowned public relations (PR) practitioner, summed it up best when he stated:

1. People who constantly misuse language are trapped in “verbal ghettos” from which they will never escape.
2. They are handicapped both in improving social situations and in qualifying for positions of influence.

Without proper grammar when writing or speaking, people would increase the likelihood of conveying inaccurate message(s) to target audiences – regardless if it’s intentional or not. More importantly, proper grammar would not only enable you to communicate more effectively but also entice readers or listeners’ with your intended message(s) which is a crucial skill for any entrepreneur. In addition, researchers also identified that extensive knowledge of the English language correlates with career success more than any other single characteristic.

What does M.C. Hammer have to do with grammar

Regardless if you’re writing or speaking, both are considered art forms that require masterful orchestration. An effective arrangement of words, sentences, pronunciations, and paragraphs capable of not only capturing audiences but also delivering the intended message(s) from the master of ceremony – M.C. If it makes it easier, you could also view the acronym M.C. as “Must Correct” which should help you remember the importance of grammar when writing and speaking. As for the “Hammer” portion, I’m referring to the continuous pounding to improve one’s grammar skills for success. Unlike its predecessor who slowly faded and became broke, you must ensure success by making sure that your M.C. Hammer works at all times – pun intended!

Of course, with technologies advancing at such a rapid pace, people do not have to do all the heavy-lifting themselves. With sites, such as Grammarly, people could triple-check their masterpiece prior to any submission. Please note that the checks-and-balances that they provide go far beyond the typical Microsoft Word “spell-checker” or any other free platform, especially since it also checks for plagiarism as well.