How to Order Adjectives

Quills and Quotes
May 7, 2019
1 min read

There is a rule for the proper order of adjectives in a sentence. The rule obeys the mnemonic: Never OPEN My Purse: Number, opinion, physical condition, essentials (size,shape, age, colour), nationality, material, and purpose. The best example of the adjective order is the movie title, My Big, Fat, Greek Wedding. It would have been strange to call the movie, My Greek, Big, Fat Wedding; which is precisely why we have a rule to keep adjectives in order!

There is a proper adjective order — Infographic for Ordering Adjectives in a Sentence

1 Comment

brandonw8

Sep 06

What a helpful and punchy post! I loved the memorable mnemonic “Never OPEN My Purse” for ordering adjectives—number, opinion, physical condition, size/shape/age/color, nationality, material, and purpose—it makes the rule stick (and made me instantly think of My Big, Fat, Greek Wedding).

This guide is as practical as making smart dota betting choices: both require knowing the right sequence—whether it’s adjectives in a sentence or steps in wagering strategy. Thanks for breaking it down so clearly!