What are Complex sentences?
What are Complex sentences?
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A Complex Sentence is a combination of an independent clause (which can stand alone as a sentence) with one or more dependent clauses (which cannot stand alone). These clauses are linked using subordinating conjunctions like "because," "although," "while," "since," or relative pronouns like "who," "which," or "that". Unlike Simple Sentences, Complex Sentences are not complete in their thought until both the clauses are used.
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Students can refer to the following books to study and understand the topic of complex sentences in English:
Books | Author |
Simple, Compound & Complex Sentences | Aamir Shaikh |
"English Grammar Revision B1: 120 Sentence Transformation Exercises" | Jacqueline Melvin |
Diagramming Complex Sentences: A visual Approach to English Grammar | Chandrasekar, Mira Saraswathi, A, Ramachandran |
Following are the examples of complex sentences:
After you work is done/join us at the restaurant for the dinner.
Dependent clause/Independent clause
Although she was tired/but/she went for shopping.
Dependent clause/conjunction/Independent clause
Because/ it was hot/we did not go out.
Subordinating conjunction/ Dependent clause/ Independent clause
· Understand the sentence structure. Every sentence needs to have a dependent clause, independent clause and a conjunction, to be correct and complete.
· Use the right punctuation as per the requirement.
· Practice writing complex sentences to solidify your understanding.
· Read a lot. Explore different examples. This will enhance your understanding, clarity and use of sentences.
· Listen to native speakers and focus on th
When a sentence contains one or more Dependent clauses along with multiple independent clauses, it becomes Compound Complex Sentences. Ex: Because it was raining, the children stayed inside, and they played board games.
Remember, the complex sentence only has one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses. Ex: When the party ends, we can go home.
Students should follow below mentioned tips:
· Students need to focus and have clarity on the meaning of imperative sentences to be able to use them efficiently. They should know the core functions of these sentences, which are, giving commands, instructions, or requests.
· Practice a lot by making such sentences. Students should keep in mind to use basic form of verb and indirect subject, to structure these sentences.
· Students should know when and how to use punctuation in these sentences. While full stop is commonly used, exc
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