Oxfordの例文や意味・使い方に関するQ&A

A: The Oxford comma, also known as the serial comma, is a comma placed immediately before a coordinating conjunction (usually "and" or "or") in a list of three or more items. For example: "I like apples, oranges, and bananas." The comma before "and" in this example is the Oxford comma.

It's called the "Oxford" comma because it has been traditionally used by editors, writers, and printers at Oxford University Press. However, its usage isn't limited to Oxford University; it's widely used in English writing across various regions. The term "Oxford comma" simply stuck because of its association with Oxford University Press.

A: In the context of "I went up to Oxford University," the phrase "went up" is an idiomatic expression commonly used in British English to refer to the act of starting or attending a university. It specifically denotes the transition from a lower academic institution, such as a school or college, to a higher-level institution, such as a university. In this case, "went up to Oxford University" means that the speaker began their studies at Oxford University. The phrase is derived from the historical practice of students physically traveling from their hometowns to the university city, often located on higher ground, hence the term "went up."

A: Traditionally, when writing a list, you use commas to separate each item on the list except for the last item, where you instead use "and":
"I went to buy some apples, bananas, grapes and oranges".
The Oxford comma is adopted by many people, where a comma is added before the "and".
"I went to buy some apples, bananas, grapes, and oranges".
There is some controversy about its use:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_comma

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A: It's a city.

A: "on Oxford Street" sounds more natural, in my opinion.

A: These are just different publisher. Main differences might be for example the number. At my school (in Germany) the Oxford one is chosen to be the best

A: I would like to order a pair of (your) Oxford heel shoes.

Do you have such(/Oxford heel) shoes in black?
I would particularly like shoes which are mainly black.
I would like shoes which are black other than the accessories and decoration or frills.
I would like shoes that are mainly black.
Do you have Oxford heel shoes that are mainly/predominantly black?

I know what you mean by "body" but I am not sure that people in the UK refer to the "body" of a shoe.

A: Yes. Americans always call them packages.

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A: Oxford Street has the highest number of pedestrians in Europe.

Oxford Street has the highest footfall in Europe.

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A: Here is my American pronunciation

A: Oxford comma is the last comma in a list. it can change the meaning of the sentence if not used.

example no Oxford comma: I love my brothers, Mark and Drew
this implies that I love my brothers and their names are Mark and Drew

example with Oxford comma: I love my brothers, Mark, and Drew
this implies my brothers are separate people, and Mark and Drew are my friends not my brothers.

A: According to the Oxford Dictionary, the word 'Career' is defined as 'An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress' (Oxford Dictionary 2017). We have to work to make a living' (McKay 2016) but, at the same time, it is an opportunity for progress. Through careers, we know (find?) ourselves, learn how to make decisions, and how to achieve objectives. Therefore, a career is not only working to earn money, but also to learn. Furthermore, to succeed in a career, we must be enthusiastic to learn (things that could last forever.)?
This report covers the benefits and efficiency of networking and challenges of working in my chosen sector.

A: Hierarchy is uncountable when you are talking about the hierarchy in general.