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an ace vs a ace

The correct phrase is 'an ace.' The choice between 'a' and 'an' depends on the sound that follows. 'An' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound, while 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 1086 views

an ace

This is the correct construction. 'An' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound.

Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound, like 'ace.' This helps with the flow of the sentence and makes it easier to pronounce.

Examples:

  • an ace in the hole
  • an ace pilot
  • an ace student
  • an ace up your sleeve
  • an ace bandage
  • Luckily, we have an ace of spades among us.
  • We have an ace in the hole, Mr Sackler.
  • You need an ace in the hole.
  • That's not an ace, Gabriel.
  • Look, I only had an ace.
  • Jim, that guy is an ace.
  • Watch me become an ace today, boys.
  • Two fours, I got an ace.
  • Give me an ace and I'll start another war.
  • I'm at the tables and the dealer's got an ace showing.
  • It indicates Jack's an ace and has shot down at least five planes.
  • I have an ace that I've been keeping up my sleeve for quite a while.
  • Sure hope he's got an ace up his sleeve.
  • You have an ace up your sleeve, and I'm tired of waiting for you to play it.
  • I think we've still got an ace in the hole.
  • The only way Kelly can win... is if the last card's an ace.
  • I put an ace in it every time I kill a man.
  • I came to you because I wanted an ace on this.
  • She keeps saying she's got an ace up her sleeve.
  • He's an ace captain of a ship, but as for his private life...

Alternatives:

  • a great ace
  • a skilled ace
  • a talented ace
  • a remarkable ace
  • a wonderful ace

a ace

This is incorrect. 'A' should not be used before words that begin with a vowel sound like 'ace.'

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