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"a bible" vs "an bible"

The correct phrase is 'a bible.' The article 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound, while 'an' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound. In this case, 'bible' starts with a consonant sound, so 'a' is the appropriate choice.

Last Updated: March 11, 2024

a bible

This is correct. 'A' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Use 'a bible' when referring to the holy book of Christianity.

Examples:

  • He reads a bible every night.
  • She carries a bible in her bag.
  • I have a bible on my bookshelf.
  • Can I borrow a bible from you?
  • There is a bible study group at the church.

Alternatives:

  • the Bible
  • my Bible
  • your Bible
  • this Bible
  • that Bible

an bible

This is incorrect. 'An' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound.

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