Everyday Grammar - VOA Learning English What Is Popular in Your Country? - February 15, 2024
Feb 15, 2024
A clear look at the difference between popular and population using everyday examples. Short grammar tips on when to use the adjective versus the noun. Fun references like the Super Bowl and cultural favorites to illustrate meaning. A quick quiz and a writing prompt invite listeners to describe what is popular in their country.
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Meaning Of Popular Versus Population
- Popular means many people know about and like someone or something.
- John Russell contrasts it with population, which simply describes a group of people, using the Super Bowl as a popular event example.
Super Bowl As A Popular Event Example
- The Super Bowl illustrates popular vs population: it's widely watched and enjoyed across the U.S.
- John Russell notes the U.S. population is over 300 million and the Super Bowl is one of the country's most popular sporting events.
Use Grammar To Pick The Right Word
- Use grammar to choose between popular (adjective) and population (noun).
- Recognize noun phrases often start with a or the, so an adjective like popular fits before a noun like sport.