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A vs. An vs. And

a
Definition

indefinite article used before nouns; often confused with 'an' which is used before a noun that begins with a vowel sound

Examples

There is no indefinite article 'a' or 'an' before nouns in Russian.

an
Definition

indefinite article; 'an' is used before a vowel sound. often confused with 'a' which is used before nouns that begin with a consonant.

Examples

I think this is an exception.

and
Definition

conjunction; used to connect words; used to show addition

Examples

I'll have a black coffee and muffin please.

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