Tag: syntax

Syllepsis

Syllepsis is a figure of speech where a single word, typically a…

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Subordinate Clause

A subordinate clause, also known as a dependent clause, cannot stand alone…

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Subject Complement

A subject complement renames or describes the subject of a sentence. It…

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Singular Number

A singular number represents a single instance of a noun. It contrasts…

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Serial Verb Construction

A serial verb construction (SVC) features multiple verbs or verb phrases in…

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Separable Affix

Separable affixes are prefixes or suffixes in some languages that can be…

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Sentential Complementation

Sentential complementation involves clauses that function as arguments of verbs, nouns, or…

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Sentence Elicitation Frame

A sentence elicitation frame is a structured prompt designed to elicit specific…

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Same Subject Marker

The Same Subject Marker (SSM) in linguistics indicates that the subject of…

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Restrictive Relative Clauses

Restrictive relative clauses provide essential information to identify a noun. They are…

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