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An herb vs A herb

Both 'an herb' and 'a herb' are correct, but their usage depends on regional differences. In American English, 'an herb' is commonly used, while in British English, 'a herb' is more prevalent.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 2413 views

An herb

This phrase is correct and commonly used in American English.

In American English, 'an herb' is the preferred form when referring to a plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.

Examples:

She added an herb to the soup for extra flavor.
An herb garden can provide fresh ingredients for cooking.
I enjoy using an herb-infused oil in my skincare routine.

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Feb 20, 2007 ... Q: Tarragon, dill, rosemary, and thyme are herbs. The “h” is silent in describing them generically. Ergo, does one say tarragon is an herb or ...
Sep 16, 2009 ... Q: I can't help responding to your blog posting regarding “a herb” vs. “an herb.” Any word that starts with a vowel has “an” in front of it. “Herb” ...
For American English because the "h" in herb is not pronounced it would be "an herb" because the "e" is a vowel and that is the first sound. Whereas in British ...
If you're an American English speaker would spell it "an herb", comparable to "an hour" because the 'h' is silent in both. If you're a British (or ...

Alternatives:

a herb (British English)

A herb

This phrase is correct and commonly used in British English.

In British English, 'a herb' is the preferred form when referring to a plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.

Examples:

She added a herb to the soup for extra flavor.
A herb garden can provide fresh ingredients for cooking.
I enjoy using a herb-infused oil in my skincare routine.

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'yo you a herb, if you say you rhyme off the mind but your hype mans backin up every single line' 'you a herb, if you steal out the tip-cup if you still wear a hat with ...
Feb 20, 2007 ... Ergo, does one say tarragon is an herb or tarragon is a herb? My Microsoft Office spell-checker is flagging the latter. A: In the United States, the ...
Sep 16, 2009 ... Q: I can't help responding to your blog posting regarding “a herb” vs. “an herb.” Any word that starts with a vowel has “an” in front of it. “Herb” ...
(as modifier): a herb garden. 3. (Recreational Drugs) Caribbean a slang term for marijuana. [C13: from Old French herbe, from Latin herba grass, green plants].

Alternatives:

an herb (American English)

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