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Sitifan Posted 16 years ago
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They're playing the violin(s).
1. They're playing the violin.
2. They're playing the violins.
Which of the above sentences is correct?
2. They're playing the violins.
Which of the above sentences is correct?
Top answer
Greetings, Sitifan, #1 would be correct in the generic sense of They are violinists, but #2 would be adequate if you wish to be more specific: They are playing the violins (they bought yesterday in a music store). Respectfully, Gleb Chebrikoff
- Greetings, Sitifan, #1 would be correct in the generic sense of They are violinists, but #2 would be adequate if you wish to be more specific: They are playing the violins (they bought yesterday in a music store).
- Respectfully, Gleb Chebrikoff
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Greetings, Sitifan,
#1 would be correct in the generic sense of They are violinists, but #2 would be adequate if you wish to be more specific: They are playing the violins (they bought yesterday in a music store).
Respectfully, Gleb Chebrikoff
#1 would be correct in the generic sense of They are violinists, but #2 would be adequate if you wish to be more specific: They are playing the violins (they bought yesterday in a music store).
Respectfully, Gleb Chebrikoff
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