Phrases

A phrase is a word or group of related words that works as one grammatical unit within a sentence. Unlike a clause, it does not contain its own complete subject-finite verb structure.

Start with What Is a Phrase in Grammar? for the basic definition, structure, and main types. You can then explore detailed lessons on noun, verb, adjective, adverb, prepositional, participial, appositive, infinitive, and other phrases.