dependent clause meaning

UK /dɪˈpɛndənt klɔːz/ US /dɪˈpɛndənt klɔz/ 4 syllables

dependent clause (noun): a clause in a complex sentence that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and that functions within the sentence as a noun or adjective or adverb.

Definition of dependent clause

  1. a clause in a complex sentence that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and that functions within the sentence as a noun or adjective or adverb

    Synonyms: subordinate clause

    Type of: clause

    Kinds: restrictive clause, nonrestrictive clause

How to pronounce dependent clause

dependent clause is pronounced /dɪˈpɛndənt klɔːz/ in British English and /dɪˈpɛndənt klɔz/ in American English. It has 4 syllables.

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