Independent Clause

Grammar Beginner

📝 Quick Definition

A complete sentence that can stand alone

📚 Detailed Explanation

An independent clause contains a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete thought. It can stand alone as a complete sentence and doesn't rely on other clauses to make sense.

💡 Example

The dog barked. / She studied for the exam.

⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion

Must have both subject and verb AND express a complete thought.

🏷️ Tags

sentence structure clauses syntax

📌 Notes/Source

Foundation of sentence construction.