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a extended copy vs an extended copy

The correct phrase is 'an extended copy.' The choice of 'an' or 'a' depends on the following sound, not the following letter. In this case, 'extended' starts with a vowel sound, so 'an' is used.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

a extended copy

This phrase is incorrect. 'A' should be followed by a consonant sound, not a consonant letter.

The correct phrase is 'an extended copy' because 'extended' starts with a vowel sound. Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound, regardless of the first letter.
  • Dec 27, 2014 ... The list identifier is used to associate a EXTENDED COPY(LID1) with the following RECEIVE COPY STATUS command. This is a single byte so ...
  • When doing a extended copy it is advised not to do a deep copy (unless you know what is happening here), for this will want to maintain referential integrity and ...
  • Sep 7, 2009 ... It is a extended copy of ThePirateBay.org running on a dedicated server inside the Kiosk. It is not connected to the Internet, though providing all ...
  • Feb 1, 2011 ... It is a extended copy of ThePirateBay.org running on a dedicated server inside the Kiosk. It is not connected to the Internet, though providing all ...

Alternatives:

  • an extended copy

an extended copy

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound, regardless of the first letter. In this case, 'extended' starts with a vowel sound, so 'an' is the correct choice.

Examples:

  • An extended copy of the document was provided for review.
  • I need an extended copy of the report for my records.
  • She requested an extended copy of the contract.
  • Could you make an extended copy of this file?
  • An extended copy of the book is available for purchase.
  • Apr 2, 1999 ... given instant, the value of the List ID field for an EXTENDED COPY ... An EXTENDED COPY command may reference one or more target ...
  • May 7, 2015 ... Allow ESXi to query the Maximum Segment Length during an Extended Copy ( XCOPY) Receive Copy Results and use that value. This value ...
  • May 7, 2015 ... Allow ESXi to query the Maximum Segment Length during an Extended Copy ( XCOPY) Receive Copy Results and use that value. This value ...
  • MPA has proposed an Extended Copy Control Information (ExCCI) data packet that can be used in both digital and analog video signals. New content delivery ...

Alternatives:

  • a copy
  • a longer copy
  • a complete copy
  • a detailed copy
  • a revised copy

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