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she was a maid vs she was maid

The correct phrase is "she was a maid." In English, the article 'a' is needed before the noun 'maid' to make it grammatically correct. The phrase 'she was maid' is incorrect and not commonly used.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

she was a maid

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use this phrase when referring to a female servant or domestic worker. The article 'a' is necessary before the noun 'maid' to make the sentence grammatically correct.

Examples:

  • She was a maid in the wealthy household.
  • He hired a maid to help with the cleaning.
  • The maid was very efficient in her work.
  • A maid's uniform is usually black and white.
  • The young girl dreamed of becoming a maid in the big city.

she was maid

This phrase is incorrect in English.


Alternatives:

  • she was a maid
  • she worked as a maid
  • she served as a maid
  • she was employed as a maid
  • she acted as a maid

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