Grammar Guide: How to use "There is no point in..." | On Your Mark's English

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A grammar poster explaining the structure "There is no point in + V-ing" with examples like "There is no point in worrying."

How to Say "It's Useless" in English

Sometimes, we want to tell someone not to do something because it won't help.

It is a waste of energy.

In English, the most natural way to say this is: "There is no point in..."

The Grammar Trap ⚠️

This structure contains a preposition (in). In English grammar, if you put a verb after a preposition, it MUST be a Gerund (-ING).

Many students translate from their own language and say: ❌ "There is no point to go." ❌ "There is no point to wait."

This is incorrect! You must change the verb:

✅ "There is no point in going." ✅ "There is no point in waiting."

Real Life Examples

1. The Weather 🌧️ "It is going to rain all week. There is no point in watering the garden."

2. Emotions 😢 "The mistake is already made. There is no point in crying about it."

3. Traffic 🚗 "The traffic is terrible. There is no point in leaving now."

   
   

Your Turn

What is something that is a waste of time? "There is no point in ______."

Write your answer in the comments down below.

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