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a hospital vs an hospital

The correct phrase needed here is 'a hospital.' The use of 'an hospital' is considered archaic and isn't commonly used in modern English.
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Last updated: July 30, 2024

a hospital

This is the correct and commonly used form in modern English.

Use 'a hospital' when referring to a hospital in a sentence. The article 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Examples:

  • I visited a hospital yesterday.
  • She works at a hospital.
  • He was taken to a hospital for treatment.

an hospital

This form is considered archaic and is not commonly used in modern English.

Avoid using 'an hospital' as it is outdated. Stick to 'a hospital' for correct and modern usage.

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