Syntax
Syntax
Syntax
Noun Phrases
a red apple an old book the beautiful beach
a fast car the bright moon an interesting idea
a fluffy dog the warm sun a big elephant
the cozy house a shiny computer the vast ocean
an aromatic cup of coffee the majestic mountains a tall tree
the endless sky a playful cat the twinkling stars
a wooden chair the serene river a colorful butterfly
an exotic island the bustling city a soft pillow
the mysterious forest a buzzing bee the tranquil lake
a delicious cake the noisy street a cool breeze
the lush garden an elegant dress the historic museum
a charming smile the chirping birds a friendly neighbor
the crowded market a peaceful moment an adventurous journey
Prepositional Phrases
on the table under the tree beside the river
in the car behind the house across the street
above the clouds through the forest among the flowers
between the mountains near the beach around the corner
below the surface inside the box outside the window
by the door against the wall within reach
throughout the day along the path over the rainbow
within the city across the ocean towards the sun
beyond the horizon past the bridge onto the roof
underneath the stars onto the stage between the lines
over the hill onto the field beyond the forest
under the moonlight along the coastline within the community
between the buildings across the desert near the park
A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb (predicate). Unlike a phrase, a
clause can express a complete thought and can function as a sentence on its own or as a part of a
larger sentence.
There are two main types of clauses:
Independent clause: An independent clause is a complete sentence that can stand alone and
express a complete thought. It contains a subject and a predicate, and it does not depend on any
other clause to convey its meaning. Example: "She likes to read books." (This is a complete sentence
and forms an independent clause.)
Dependent (or subordinate) clause: A dependent clause is a group of words that also
contains a subject and a (verb) predicate but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It depends
on an independent clause to complete its meaning. Dependent clauses often begin with
subordinating conjunctions (e.g., because, if, when, although, since). Example: "Because she likes to
read books," (This is a dependent clause and cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It depends
on the independent clause to form a complete thought.)
If I call Sara, she will come. Sara will come if I call her.
o Kinds of a Sentence:
o Affirmative Sentences:
a) The cat is sleeping peacefully.
b) I love chocolate ice cream.
c) They won the championship.
d) She is a talented musician.
e) We are going on a vacation next week.
o Negative Sentences:
a) Did you watch the latest episode of the TV show? ~ Yes I did.
b) Where is the nearest post office? ~ At the bus-stop
c) Have you seen my car keys? ~ No, I haven’t.
d) What time is the meeting? ~ At 08:00 AM
e) Can you lend me some money? ~ No, I can’t
and one or more dependent clauses. A dependent clause relies on the independent
clause to form a complete thought.
a) She went to the store, and I stayed home because I wasn't feeling well.
b) They studied hard for the exam, but they didn't perform well because they
were not well-prepared.
c) After she finished her presentation, she answered questions from the
audience, and everyone applauded.
d) He enjoys playing tennis, but he prefers swimming when the weather is hot
because it helps him stay cool.
e) Although he was tired, he decided to stay up late and watch a movie, but he
fell asleep halfway through.
Simple Sentences
1. The cat slept on the mat.
2. Birds chirp in the morning.
3. The sun rises in the east.
4. She runs every morning.
5. The flower blooms in spring.
6. He reads books every night.
7. The car honked loudly.
8. I eat breakfast early.
9. The dog barks loudly.
10. The sky is blue.
11. Trees sway in the wind.
12. She dances gracefully.
13. He drinks water before bed.
14. The baby cries for milk.
15. The clock ticks quietly.
16. They play soccer after school.
17. I drink coffee in the morning.
18. She sings beautifully.
19. The rain falls softly.
20. The moon shines at night.
21. He walks to school every day.
22. The river flows gently.
23. Birds build nests in trees.
24. She paints pictures on canvas.
25. The wind blows softly.
26. I write in my journal daily.
27. The children laugh and play.
28. He watches TV in the evening.
29. She cooks dinner for her family.
30. The stars twinkle in the sky.
These sentences are simple in structure, consisting of a subject and a predicate, conveying a
clear and straightforward idea.
These sentences are compound because they contain two independent clauses joined by
coordinating conjunctions (and, but, yet, so).
These sentences are complex because they contain one independent clause and one or more
dependent clauses.
1. I enjoy playing the piano, but my sister prefers playing the guitar.
2. He went to the grocery store, but he forgot to buy milk.
3. She loves reading novels and enjoys watching movies.
4. They practiced for hours, and they performed exceptionally well in the concert.
5. We can go for a walk, or we can stay home and watch a movie.
6. She is busy with work, yet she will still make time for her hobbies.
7. He wants to travel the world, so he needs to save money first.
8. I like tea, but my friend prefers coffee.
9. They went to the beach, where they swam in the ocean and built sandcastles.
10. The game was intense, and they played with great enthusiasm.
11. The restaurant was full, so they had to wait for a table.
12. He cooked dinner, and she set the table for a romantic evening.
13. I want to go shopping, but I also need to finish my assignment.
14. She loves dogs; however, she is allergic to them.
15. He enjoys playing basketball, and he also excels at playing tennis.
16. The rain stopped, and the sun came out.
17. They were tired, so they decided to take a break and have some snacks.
18. She studied hard for the test, and she performed exceptionally well.
19. They went for a hike and enjoyed the beautiful scenery.
20. He woke up late and missed the bus.
SUBJECT + VERB.
She talks.
She taught.
She teaches.
I understand.
Birds fly.
She knows.
She works