Sentences - Page 2
What Is a Complex Sentence?Complex sentences are different from simple sentences but share some similarities with compound sentences. Does that seem...May 30, 2023
What Is a Compound Sentence?A compound sentence is a sentence that connects two independent clauses, typically with a coordinating conjunction like and or...May 25, 2023
How to Fix and Prevent Run-on SentencesA run-on sentence is a common English writing mistake that happens when a sentence incorrectly connects clauses. People write...April 20, 2023
Can I End a Sentence with a Preposition?Is it OK to end a sentence with a preposition? Many teachers will say no, but the truth is, under the right circumstances, ending...November 24, 2022
How to Fix a Sentence Fragment, With ExamplesA sentence fragment is an incomplete sentence used in place of a complete sentence. Usually, a sentence fragment lacks either the...October 18, 2022
“Was” or “Were” in the “If” Clause/ConditionalThe correct choice between was and were in an if clause depends on whether you’re using an unreal conditional sentence, also...October 4, 2022
What Is a Predicate, and How Does It Work?A predicate is the grammatical term for the words in a sentence or clause that describe the action but not the subject. In other...July 13, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Sentence Diagramming, With ExamplesDiagramming a sentence is a great exercise to gain a deeper understanding of its grammatical structure. A sentence diagram is a...May 27, 2022
Active vs. Passive VoiceTake a sentence like “I want ice cream now.” It’s clear and straightforward—you know immediately that the subject, I, wants an...April 21, 2022
What Are Imperative Sentences?Imperative sentences are how you communicate the things you need others around you to do. When you tell your friend where to pick...December 20, 2021