[55fan]

Sorry but the the copywriter in me has to point out the use of a rather than an before idea.

[Dave Rudisell]

Originally Posted by 55fan Sorry but the the copywriter in me has to point out the use of a rather than an before idea.

For us uneducated folks can you elaborate?

[bobrainey]

It's a great idea! Just do it.

[Panama]

Originally Posted by 55fan Sorry but the the copywriter in me has to point out the use of a rather than an before idea.

Originally Posted by Dave Rudisell For us uneducated folks can you elaborate?

Curious and uneducated myself, I would like to hear this answer as well.

[Chris Nunn]

The Rule
The rule states that “a” should be used before words that begin with consonants (e.g., b, c ,d) while “an” should be used before words that begin with vowels (e.g., a,e,i). Notice, however, that the usage is determined by the pronunciation and not by the spelling, as many people wrongly assume.
You should say, therefore, “an hour” (because hour begins with a vowel sound) and “a history” (because history begins with a consonant sound).
Similarly you should say “a union” even if union begins with a “u.” That is because the pronunciation begins with “yu”, which is a consonant sound.

[SPRINTCAR]

I knew what was being said before 55 enlighten us. Did I say that right or was that left?

[Dave Rudisell]

Originally Posted by Chris Nunn The Rule The rule states that “a” should be used before words that begin with consonants (e.g., b, c ,d) while “an” should be used before words that begin with vowels (e.g., a,e,i). Notice, however, that the usage is determined by the pronunciation and not by the spelling, as many people wrongly assume. You should say, therefore, “an hour” (because hour begins with a vowel sound) and “a history” (because history begins with a consonant sound). Similarly you should say “a union” even if union begins with a “u.” That is because the pronunciation begins with “yu”, which is a consonant sound.

Ummmmm, alrighty then!

[Chris Nunn]

I had to look it up myself lol

[Bill May]

This message board is so educational, where else can you get sprint car racing information and an English lesson in the same thread? BTW Dave, I like your (a or an) idea, that's what most important here.

Bill May

[minispeed]

How about trying to get the no way out 40 there that night!!!!!