DO NOT Use a Comma Between Cumulative Adjectives

Dragoman Transcreation

English - August 08, 2018 08:50 - 56 seconds - 325 KB - ★★★★★ - 1 rating
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When multiple adjectives each do not modify a noun separately, they are cumulative. Do not use a comma to seperate cumulative adjectives in English. This rule may be different in your mother tongue but when translating into English, we should all follow the rules & conventions of English language. E.g.: The company is planning to open five new mid-sized stores by May next year. Incorrect: The company has ordered an expensive, mini coffee machine for the new CEO. Correct: The […]

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