Dependent Clause

📝 Quick Definition

A clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence

📚 Detailed Explanation

A dependent (subordinate) clause contains a subject and verb but does not express a complete thought. It depends on an independent clause to form a complete sentence. Often begins with subordinating conjunctions like "because," "although," "when," etc.

💡 Example

Because it was raining... / Although she was tired...

⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion

Has subject and verb but cannot stand alone—needs independent clause.

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📌 Notes/Source

Creates complex sentences when combined with independent clauses.