phrases/clauses
what is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but needs more info
dependent or subordinating clause
what is a prepositional phrase?
a group of words/phrase with no subject and verb and mentions a placement
what is a group of words with a subject and a verb in a full sentence
independent clause
a phrase with a gerund, which is a typical verb made to be a noun (swimming).
what is a phrase
a group of words that doesnt have a subject and a verb
infinitive phrase
a phrase with an infinitive verb, which is a verb formatted as "to." often things like to eat, to write, to sleep
what is a noun phrase
a group of words about a noun (no verb)
appositive phrase
r groups of words that identifies or renames the noun ("my friend, the talented artist, is excited.")
what is a verb phrase
a group of words with only a verb (no subject)
participle phrase
r groups that include a participle (verb form) and acts as an adjective, similar to appositive. it gives more info about how the noun feels. "the dog, excited to go on a walk, barked happily."