main clause

Frequency: 9.025.0 per million words

A clause that can form a complete sentence standing alone.

clauseADJECTIVE + NOUN (Grammar)

Categories:

main

Examples (10)

  • The completed action is in the main clause.
  • Can you identify the main clause in this complex sentence?
  • A simple sentence consists of just one main clause.
  • The subordinate clause adds information to the main clause.
  • In your essay, ensure every sentence has a clear main clause.
  • We analyzed how the author connects a series of main clauses with conjunctions.
  • Tomorrow's lesson will focus on diagramming the main clause.
  • Even with multiple subordinate clauses, the sentence's core idea resides in its main clause.
  • Understanding the main clause is fundamental to mastering sentence structure.
  • The teacher explained that a main clause must have a subject and a verb.