Types of sentence
Types of Sentence Definition of a Sentence A sentence is a group of words that gives a complete thought, sense, or meaning. A sentence at least has a subject and a predicate. A sentence can be a statement, a question, an exclamation, or a command. A group of words without a subject and a predicate can’t be a sentence. Except for the two main parts, a group of words does not give a complete sense. Let me give you an example. ‘Standing by the gate’ is a group of words, but it does not give a complete sense. ‘I appreciated him.’ It is also a group of words and it gives a complete sense, so it is a sentence. Types of Sentences Grammarians have categorized sentences into two main categories. The two main categories are based on their functions and their structures. When we talk about types of sentences, there are four types of sentences based on their functions and four types based on their structures. Generally, we say that there are four types of sentences. Types of Se...