English Grammar Basics: Affect vs Effect

Lots of people mix up “affect“ and “effect.“ But you won’t after you watch this video! Just think: affect is usually a verb, meaning to act on; and effect is usually a noun, meaning a result. Exceptions: when affect is a noun (hardly ever) and when effect is a verb (hardly ever). We’ll see lots of examples and even see a special effect (with an e). You may also enjoy our video on That vs Which: Have you tried grammarly? It’s an interesting tool you could try: You have great ideas. But no one will know about them if you can’t communicate effectively! Our series of Basic English Grammar Rules will help you brush up your language skills. People will pay attention to you ideas - not your grammar mistakes. Feel more confident about the SAT and the ACT. Great for homeschooling, English as a Second Language (ESL) and studying for the TOEFL, too! Click to watch more grammar