1. Singular Subject
Rule
- Singular subject → Singular verb
- Verb ends with s / es
✔ He plays cricket.
✔ She writes a letter.
2. Plural Subject
Rule
- Plural subject → Plural verb
- No s / es in verb
✔ They play cricket.
✔ We write letters.
3. And (Two Subjects)
Rule
- Two subjects joined by and
- Use plural verb
✔ Ram and Shyam are friends.
✔ Tea and coffee are ready.
4. Or / Nor
Rule
- Verb follows nearest subject
✔ You or he is coming.
✔ He or they are coming.
5. Each / Every / Everyone
Rule
✔ Everyone likes tea.
✔ Each student is ready.
6. Collective Noun
Rule
- As one unit → Singular
- As individuals → Plural
✔ The team is winning.
✔ The team are arguing.
7. Amount / Distance / Time
Rule
✔ Five years is enough.
✔ Ten kilometers is far.
8. Either / Neither
Rule
✔ Neither answer is correct.
✔ Either boy is guilty.
9. A Number / The Number
Rule
- A number → Plural
- The number → Singular
✔ A number of students are present.
✔ The number of students is high.
10. Relative Pronoun
Rule
✔ He is one of the boys who work hard.
✔ She is the only girl who studies.