Element | FORM/USE: DEGREE ADJECTIVES BEFORE NOUNS |
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SuperCat | ADJECTIVES |
SubCat | position |
Lexical Range | 2 |
Level | C2 |
Cando | Can use an increasing range of adjectives before a noun to express intensity. |
Corrected Learner Example | As a conclusion, I shall say that the major problem concerns the exam. (France; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1993; French; Pass) It is located in the very centre of Pisa, in a magnificent ancient building. (Italy; C2 MASTERY; 1993; Italian; Pass) |
Uncorrected Learner Example | As a conclusion, I shall say that the major problem concerns the exam. (France; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1993; French; Pass) It is located in the very centre of Pisa, in a magnificent ancient building. (Italy; C2 MASTERY; 1993; Italian; Pass) |
Comments | This form/use is restricted to the attributive, ie before nouns – not verbs |