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English Grammar and Writing Tips: |
Grammar <<< English Grammar and Writing Tips <<< Using "Occur", "Happen", and "Take place" Correctly |
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:: we use the verb "occur" to say that something is found; occur = appear: The Aurora Borealis (or Northern Lights) occurs over the Earth's north geomagnetic pole. (correct!) In this part of the world, tornadoes occur several times a year. (correct!) :: we use the verb "occur" to say that something "came to our mind"; when you suddenly start to think about an idea or a thought it "occurs to you": Suddenly, a fantastic idea occurred to me. (correct!) It never occurred to Ann to doubt her husband. (correct!) It suddenly occurs to me that maybe she's afraid to stay with him. (correct!) :: we use the verb "occur" to say that an event "occurs": We were walking down the street when the car accident occurred. (correct!) In 2012 a big earthquake occurred in our city. (correct!) The explosion occurs just in front of my eyes. (correct!) Note: You need to know that "occur" is a formal word. In conversation, we usually say that an event "happens". Did you know what happened yesterday in our school? (correct!) Nothing of the kind has happened, however. (correct!) :: when we talk about planned events we say that they "take place": The conference will take place on May 25 and 26 in London. (correct!) The dancing lessons take place every Friday. (correct!) :: we do not use "occur to" to say that someone is affected by an event: This incident happened to me yesterday. (correct!) I thought you should know what happened to Mike. (correct!) |
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