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Phrases and Clauses

ICSE · Class 8 · English Language: Grammar and Composition

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition

Topics in Phrases and Clauses

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1. Phrase

  • A phrase makes sense but not complete sense.
  • A phrase may consist of one word or more than one word.
  • A one-word phrase is possible, as in 'him'.
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2. Clause, Sentence, and Their Difference

  • A clause is a group of words that forms part of a sentence and has a subject and a finite verb of its own.
  • A clause contains only one finite verb.
  • A clause may or may not stand on its own.
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3. Kinds of Phrases

  • Noun phrases act as nouns.
  • Adjective phrases act as adjectives.
  • Adverb phrases act as adverbs.
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4. Main and Subordinate Clauses

  • A clause that can stand on its own is called a main or principal clause.
  • A clause that cannot stand on its own is called a subordinate clause.
  • Our body gets its energy from food is a main or principal clause.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Phrases and Clauses in English Grammar

PhraseClauseSentenceMain or Principal ClauseSubordinate ClauseNoun ClauseAdjective ClauseAdverb Clause

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