diff --git a/get-started/part2.md b/get-started/part2.md
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@@ -156,7 +156,7 @@ Dockerfile		app.py			requirements.txt
 ```
 
 Now run the build command. This creates a Docker image, which we're going to
-name using the `--tag` option. Use `-t` if you want to use the a shorter option.
+name using the `--tag` option. Use `-t` if you want to use the shorter option.
 
 ```shell
 docker build --tag=friendlyhello .