Simple & Compound Sentence
Definition of Simple Sentence A simple sentence in grammar has only one main or independent clause and no dependent or subordinate clauses. Comprising a subject and a predicate, this short and independent syntactic entity intends to convey a complete idea or meanings of an idea. A simple sentence is also known as a clausal sentence. It may have a modifier besides a subject, verb, and object. Though it is simple, sometimes it can have compound verbs and compound subjects. It may or may not use commas but it stays simple in construction. For instance, “Studies serve for delight, for ornament, and for ability.” ( Of Studies , by Francis Bacon) Common Use of Simple Sentence The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword. Alice everyday goes to library to study. Perhaps the decline of this country has already started. The management of your company has executed its duties excellently. People who live in glass houses should not throw stones. They have
