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i bought a novel vs I bought novel

The correct phrase is "I bought a novel." The article 'a' is necessary before the noun 'novel' to make the sentence grammatically correct. Without the article, the phrase 'I bought novel' is incorrect in English.

Last updated: March 08, 2024 • 960 views

i bought a novel

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that someone purchased a specific novel.

Examples:

  • I bought a novel yesterday.
  • She bought a novel for her friend.
  • He wants to buy a novel for his collection.
  • They bought a novel written by their favorite author.
  • We bought a novel to read on vacation.
  • I bought a novel, some perfume. A fortune all for you. But it's not my conscience. That hates to be untrue. I asked of my reflection. Tell me what is there to do.
  • Dec 3, 2010 ... I bought a novel, some perfume. A fortune all for you. But its not my conscience. That hates to be untrue. I asked of my reflection. Tell me what is ...
  • A foot without a sock. Your body gets much closer. I fumble for the clock. Alarmed by the seduction. I wish that it would stop. I bought a novel, some perfume
  • I bought a novel, some perfume. A fortune all for you. But it's not my conscience. That hates to be untrue. I asked of my reflection. Tell me what is there to do ...

I bought novel

This phrase is incorrect in English. The article 'a' is needed before the noun 'novel.'

  • Apr 30, 2008 ... Last month I bought Novel Metamorphosis by Darcy Pattison from B&N online because I had a Gift Card and they didn't have in their store.
  • "I understand, I bought novel last time from them, I've been waiting for around 3 weeks". Flag. By lucy91 - 100% Trust 12th April 2013 8:50 pm. "Great place to ...
  • 18 Okt 2014 ... I bought novel and a mini music box :). "Synesthesia is a condition that some people have where the different senses—touch, taste, hearing, ...

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