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Supercat Posted 11 years ago
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by a German engineer

The diesel engine was designed by a German engineer Rudolf Diesel.

In this case, do you use a?
  

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The diesel engine was designed by a German engineer , Rudolf Diesel. In this case, do you use a? Yes.

  • The diesel engine was designed by a German engineer , Rudolf Diesel.
  • In this case, do you use a?
  • Yes.
  • But if he is famous, say 'the'.
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The diesel engine was designed by a German engineer, Rudolf Diesel.

In this case, do you use a? Yes.
But if he is famous, say 'the'.
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How do you find him famous><?
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You consult your own knowledge/opinion.
Do you think he is famous?
Do you think Michelangelo is famous?
Do you think Fred Smith is famous?
Do you think Tom Cruise is famous?

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I didn't know that depends on a writer's viewpoint! It's interesting. Thank you for helpful advice and you have helped me yesterday, too. See you again^^

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