A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb. It may express a complete thought or depend on another clause to complete its meaning.
Start with What Is a Clause in Grammar? for the basic definition, structure, and functions. You can then explore detailed lessons on independent, dependent, noun, adjective, relative, adverbial, and concessive clauses.
English clauses are commonly divided into two main types: independent clauses and dependent clauses. Dependent clauses can be classified further as noun clauses, relative (adjective) clauses, and adverbial clauses, depending on their function. These categories aren’t all at the same…
A noun clause is a dependent clause that performs a function commonly associated with a noun or noun phrase. It can act as the subject of a sentence or complete the meaning of a verb, adjective, or other grammatical element.…
In a short sentence, finding the subject and verb is usually straightforward. Longer sentences can be less obvious. They may contain several verbs, and one clause can sit inside another without a comma or connecting word to mark it. Understanding…