Nominalization is the process of converting other word forms (verbs, adjectives) into nouns. It is a key feature of formal and academic writing in English. "We decided to expand." → "The decision to expand was made." Recognizing and using nominalization makes writing sound more professional.
Practice
The government's ___ to reduce taxes was welcomed.
The company's rapidinto Asian markets surprised competitors.
Put the words in the correct order (use noun form):
The ___ of the problem was underestimated.
Theof the new law was debated for months.
Put the words in the correct order:
Which sentence uses nominalization correctly for a formal report?
Theof new staff will begin next month.
Put the words in the correct order (formal style):
The suddenof prices caught economists by surprise.