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Noun Phrases
A noun phrase consists of a noun and all its modifiers.
Here are examples:
The bewildered tourist was lost.The senile old man was confused.The lost puppy was a wet and stinky dog.The flu clinic had seen many cases of infectious disease.It was a story as old as time.The sports car drove the long and winding road.Saturday became a cool, wet afternoon.
Verb Phrases
A verb phrase consists of a verb and all its modifiers.
Here are examples:
He was waiting for the rain to stop.She was upset when it didn't boil.You have been sleeping for a long time.You might enjoy a massage.He was eager to eat dinner.
Gerund Phrases
A gerund phrase is simply a noun phrase that starts with a gerund.
Examples include:
Taking my dog for a walk is fun.Walking in the rain can be difficult.Strolling along a beach at sunset is romantic.Getting a promotion is exciting.Signing autographs takes time.Going for ice cream is a real treat.Singing for his supper was how he earned his keep.Getting a sore back was the result of the golf game.Pulling an all-nighter did not improve his test scores.Sailing into the sunset was the end of the book.
Infinitive Phrases
An infinitive phrase is a noun phrase that begins with an infinitive.
Here are some examples:
Everybody loves to watch movies.To make lemonade, you have to start with lemons.I tried to see the stage, but I was too short.She organized a boycott to make a statement.To see Niagara Falls is mind-boggling.He really needs to get his priorities in order.The company decided to reduce hours for everyone.To donate time or money is an honorable thing.I went to Spain to study the language and culture.
Appositive Phrases
An appositive phrase restates a noun and consists of one or more words.
Examples are:
My favorite pastime, needlepoint, surprises some people.Her horse, an Arabian, was her pride and joy.My wife, the love of my life, is also my best friend.A cheetah, the fastest land animal, can run 70 miles an hour.His goal, to retire at 40, is unrealistic.My idea, to recycle the paper, was accepted by the boss.The Florida panther, the state animal of Florida, is an endangered animal.
Participial Phrases
A participial phrase begins with a past or present participle.
Examples are:
Washed with my clothes, my cell phone no longer worked.Knowing what I know now, I wish I had never come here.I am really excited, considering all the people that will be there.We are looking forward to the movie, having seen the trailer last week.Grinning from ear to ear, she accepted her award.The happy dog ran the entire length of the park, pausing only to sniff the dandelions.Painted a brilliant white, the small room appeared bigger.The lake, frozen over all winter, was finally thawing.
Prepositional Phrases
A prepositional phrase begins with a preposition and can act as a noun, an adjective or an adverb.
Examples are:
The book was on the table.We camped by the brook.He knew it was over the rainbow.She was lost in the dark of night.He was between a rock and a hard place.I waited for a while.She smelled of strawberries and cream.
A noun phrase consists of a noun and all its modifiers.
Here are examples:
The bewildered tourist was lost.The senile old man was confused.The lost puppy was a wet and stinky dog.The flu clinic had seen many cases of infectious disease.It was a story as old as time.The sports car drove the long and winding road.Saturday became a cool, wet afternoon.
Verb Phrases
A verb phrase consists of a verb and all its modifiers.
Here are examples:
He was waiting for the rain to stop.She was upset when it didn't boil.You have been sleeping for a long time.You might enjoy a massage.He was eager to eat dinner.
Gerund Phrases
A gerund phrase is simply a noun phrase that starts with a gerund.
Examples include:
Taking my dog for a walk is fun.Walking in the rain can be difficult.Strolling along a beach at sunset is romantic.Getting a promotion is exciting.Signing autographs takes time.Going for ice cream is a real treat.Singing for his supper was how he earned his keep.Getting a sore back was the result of the golf game.Pulling an all-nighter did not improve his test scores.Sailing into the sunset was the end of the book.
Infinitive Phrases
An infinitive phrase is a noun phrase that begins with an infinitive.
Here are some examples:
Everybody loves to watch movies.To make lemonade, you have to start with lemons.I tried to see the stage, but I was too short.She organized a boycott to make a statement.To see Niagara Falls is mind-boggling.He really needs to get his priorities in order.The company decided to reduce hours for everyone.To donate time or money is an honorable thing.I went to Spain to study the language and culture.
Appositive Phrases
An appositive phrase restates a noun and consists of one or more words.
Examples are:
My favorite pastime, needlepoint, surprises some people.Her horse, an Arabian, was her pride and joy.My wife, the love of my life, is also my best friend.A cheetah, the fastest land animal, can run 70 miles an hour.His goal, to retire at 40, is unrealistic.My idea, to recycle the paper, was accepted by the boss.The Florida panther, the state animal of Florida, is an endangered animal.
Participial Phrases
A participial phrase begins with a past or present participle.
Examples are:
Washed with my clothes, my cell phone no longer worked.Knowing what I know now, I wish I had never come here.I am really excited, considering all the people that will be there.We are looking forward to the movie, having seen the trailer last week.Grinning from ear to ear, she accepted her award.The happy dog ran the entire length of the park, pausing only to sniff the dandelions.Painted a brilliant white, the small room appeared bigger.The lake, frozen over all winter, was finally thawing.
Prepositional Phrases
A prepositional phrase begins with a preposition and can act as a noun, an adjective or an adverb.
Examples are:
The book was on the table.We camped by the brook.He knew it was over the rainbow.She was lost in the dark of night.He was between a rock and a hard place.I waited for a while.She smelled of strawberries and cream.
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3. i am very sorry. 4. what do you think ?
5 . that sound is great
6. (oh) never mind
7. i am learning English
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9. Could you repeat that please ?
10. Could you please talk slower ?
11. How do you spell that ?
12. what do tou mean?
13. I am
14. nice to meet you
15. where are you from
16 . what do you like to do
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19. how can I help you
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(1) thank you so much
(2)excuse me.
3. i am very sorry. 4. what do you think ?
5 . that sound is great
6. (oh) never mind
7. i am learning English
8. I donot understand
9. Could you repeat that please ?
10. Could you please talk slower ?
11. How do you spell that ?
12. what do tou mean?
13. I am
14. nice to meet you
15. where are you from
16 . what do you like to do
17. whats your phone number ?
18. do you have Facebook
19. how can I help you
20. what time is your meeting ?
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