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When you are Grammarian...
Grammar covers many areas and the Grammarian has an important and difficult job. The habits that are brought forth are
often years old and of completely unconscious nature. The Grammarian's task is to make the members conscious of these habits.
Points to remember:
The "Word of the Week" should tie in with the theme of the meeting.
At the request of the Toastmaster, explain the purpose and function of Grammarian and present the "Word of
the Week" by giving a definition, correct spelling and possible uses of the word in a sentence. (Write the word of the
week and brief definition on the large pad on the easel prior to the meeting, and conceal it until you are introduced.
At the conclusion of Table Topics, report the names of participants who used the "Word of the Week" in
their answer.
At the end of the meeting you will be asked by the Toastmaster to make additional comments about forms of speech
that you feel the membership should practice. Listen for:
o Misuse of words
o Incorrect pronunciation
o Cliches (over-used phrases or words)
o Poor sentence structure
o Excellent use of language
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