'Too', 'very' and 'enough' - 6 Minute Grammar

6 Minute Grammar: Describing Things

Introduction to Adjectives

• The episode introduces the topic of describing things using adjectives, focusing on the words "to," "very," and "enough."

• Catherine and Rob outline their plan to explain how these words modify adjectives and nouns, including a quiz at the end.

Shopping for Clothes

• Catherine expresses her excitement about a blue dress, but Rob notes it’s not his color. They discuss its size.

• The terms "too big" and "too small" are introduced as descriptors indicating that an item does not meet needs or preferences.

Using 'Very' with Adjectives

• Catherine finds a red dress she likes but comments on its high price. Rob explains that “very” intensifies the adjective “expensive.”

• The phrase “very expensive” emphasizes that the cost is significantly higher than expected.

Understanding 'Enough'

• A green dress is presented as cheaper and potentially suitable. The term “big enough” is used to indicate adequacy in size.

• The word “enough” can describe both adjectives (e.g., big enough) and nouns (e.g., enough money), highlighting sufficiency.

Recap of Key Concepts

• A summary of usage:

• Use "to" before an adjective (e.g., too small).

• Use "very" before an adjective (e.g., very expensive).

• Use "enough" after an adjective (e.g., big enough).

• Use "enough" before a noun (e.g., enough money).

Party Experience Reflection

• After attending a party, Catherine shares her experience of eating too much food and encountering too many people wearing her dress.

• This illustrates the use of “too much” for uncountable nouns like food and “too many” for countable nouns like dresses.

Caution with Strong Adjectives

• A warning is given against using “very” with strong adjectives; instead, phrases like “absolutely fantastic” should be used for emphasis.

Quiz Segment

• A quiz tests understanding of concepts discussed:

• Example: Fill in gaps related to noise levels, age requirements, and clothing sizes.

Conclusion & Future Plans

• Catherine mentions another upcoming party where she plans to buy shoes that are not too expensive, hinting at further shopping adventures.