Is a an or the only articles?

"A" and "the" are the only definite articles in English.

* Definite articles point to a specific noun.

* Indefinite articles (like "a" and "an") point to any noun of that type.

Here's a breakdown:

* "The" is always definite. It refers to something specific, already known, or unique.

* Example: "The book on the table" (specific book)

* "A" and "an" are indefinite. They refer to any one of a group of nouns.

* Example: "A book" (any book)

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