National Speak in Complete Sentences Day
May 31, Saturday
What is the purpose of the holiday?
* Encouraging the use of full, grammatically correct sentences
* Developing the ability to express thoughts clearly and eloquently
* Promoting a culture of articulate speech
* A fun excuse to observe your own and others’ speaking habits
What is considered a complete sentence?
A complete sentence contains:
* A subject (who? what?)
* A predicate (what is being done?)
* Often — objects and adverbials that give meaning and context
Example: “I am going to the library to borrow a new book.”
How is the holiday celebrated?
* People try to speak only in complete sentences all day
* They play games to build complex and beautiful phrases
* They take part in grammar and eloquence contests
* They write and read texts, paying attention to sentence structure
Why is this important?
* Helps express thoughts more effectively
* Improves writing and public speaking skills
* Develops proper speech, especially in children and teens
* Raises the overall level of communication
Fun fact
Linguists believe that speaking in complete sentences helps develop logical thinking and makes speech more convincing.
Let every sentence you say be complete and meaningful — just like your day!