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he establish
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "he establish" is not correct in written English.
It should be "he establishes" to be grammatically correct. Example: "He establishes a new protocol for the team to follow."
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Exact Expressions
13 human-written examples
The Court ruled that only if the defendant were able affirmatively to prove bias on the part of a juror could he establish a violation of due process.
Academia
But only this year did he establish a music festival here, where for several days last month he and the orchestra, joined by singers and recent graduates of Juilliard, played selections from Handel, Charpentier, Corelli, Couperin and others.
News & Media
A group of nine rights organizations said in a statement that they had written to Israel's attorney general to demand that he establish an independent body to investigate the military's activities in Gaza, but that he rejected their request.
News & Media
He is not, however, the author of the text primarily responsible for giving the school its philosophical definition, Ishvarakrishna's Samkhya-karika (c. 4th century ce), nor did he establish a religious community.
Encyclopedias
Not only did he establish one of the finest in the area but he named the house Roseland Cottage and painted the facade pink for the flowers, with brown trim representing branches, and green shutters for the leaves.
News & Media
No sooner does he establish his White Stripes side project, the Raconteurs, as a fully fledged band, than the restless Jack White unveils his latest project, the Dead Weather.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
47 human-written examples
He established the Berlin Biennale.
News & Media
He established moneysupermarket.
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He established Kaiser Gypsum in 1944.
Encyclopedias
First, he established his bona fides.
News & Media
He established a niche and specialty".
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct third-person singular present tense form, "establishes", when referring to a singular subject in the present tense. For example: "He establishes a new company policy."
Common error
Avoid using the base form of the verb "establish" with a singular third-person subject. Remember to add the "-s" to the verb to agree with the subject. A common mistake is saying "He establish" instead of "He establishes".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase is an attempt to form a verb phrase expressing an action performed by a singular male subject. As Ludwig AI indicates, the grammatically correct form requires the third-person singular present tense conjugation.
Frequent in
News & Media
31%
Academia
25%
Encyclopedias
17%
Less common in
Science
15%
Formal & Business
7%
Wiki
5%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "he establish" is grammatically incorrect. The correct form is "he establishes". Ludwig AI highlights this error, explaining that the verb must agree with the third-person singular subject. While the phrase appears in various sources, its incorrectness makes it unsuitable for formal writing. Alternatives such as "he creates" or "he institutes" can be used depending on the context. Remember to always use the correct verb conjugation to maintain clarity and credibility in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
he establishes
Corrects the grammatical error by using the third-person singular present tense.
he creates
Replaces "establish" with a synonym that conveys the idea of bringing something into existence.
he forms
Uses a synonym that implies the organization or structuring of something.
he institutes
Implies setting up or initiating a system or process.
he founds
Suggests the establishment of an institution or organization.
he originates
Focuses on the beginning or source of something.
he initiates
Highlights the action of starting or beginning something.
he pioneers
Implies being the first to establish or develop something.
he assembles
Conveys the idea of gathering or putting parts together to form something.
he erects
Suggests building or constructing something, often something physical.
FAQs
What is the correct form, "he establish" or "he establishes"?
The correct form is "he establishes". The verb must agree with the third-person singular subject.
What can I use instead of "he establishes"?
You can use alternatives like "he creates", "he forms", or "he institutes" depending on the specific context.
How to use "he establishes" in a sentence?
You can use "he establishes" to describe the action of setting up or creating something. For example, "He establishes a new business in the city centre."
What is the difference between "he establish" and "he establishes"?
"He establish" is grammatically incorrect. "He establishes" is the correct third-person singular present tense form.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
87%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested