RedpenThe life or life when speaking generally?
Instead of
The life is complicated.
Say
Life is complicated.
General abstract nouns
When talking about life in general, omit the. Use the when you mean a specific life: the life of a writer.
En español
Cuando hables de la vida en general, no uses the. Sí se usa para una vida concreta: the life of a writer.
Try saying these aloud
Read each sentence, then make one of your own.
- Life is complicated.
- Music helps me relax.
- The life of a writer can be busy.