Grammar fix

positive attitude

optimistic view

A way of thinking where you focus on the good side of situations and expect things to turn out well.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

Even when she faces challenges, Maria always has a positive attitude.

In my opinion, having a positive attitude is important because it helps people deal with stress and overcome difficulties in life.

Fix the pattern

One small grammar move makes it sound right.

Not: Keep a positivity attitude.

Say: Keep a positive attitude.

'Positive' is the adjective; 'positivity' is the noun.

  • Pattern
  • have/maintain/show a positive attitude (towards/to something)

Which sounds natural?

Tap the one a native speaker would say.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

a positive attitude

  • a positive attitude
  • keep
  • a positive outlook
  • stay positive

Don't confuse it

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