Phrase
A phrase is a group of words that makes sense but does not convey a complete meaning. It lacks a subject-predicate structure.
Examples:
- "In the East" (provides partial meaning but not a complete thought).
- "Of great beauty" (describes beauty but does not stand alone as a complete sentence).
Clause
A clause is a group of words that contains both a subject and a predicate. It may or may not convey a complete meaning.
Examples:
- "Which is made of gold" (has a subject 'which' and a predicate 'is made of gold').
- "You have made a mistake" (a clause within the sentence "I think that you have made a mistake").
Key Differences
- Phrase: Does not have a subject and predicate. Provides partial meaning.
- Clause: Has a subject and predicate. May or may not provide complete meaning.
Additional Examples
Phrase:
- "Of gold" (partial meaning).
- "With great enthusiasm."
Clause:
- "People who pay their debts are trusted" (clause: "who pay their debts").
- "I believe that you are right" (clause: "that you are right").
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