A group of words that makes sense but is not a complete sentence, is called a phrase. It does not have a finite verb. Examples: on the chair, at my door, in the sky.
There are three types of phrases
- A noun phrase is one that acts as a noun in a sentence. Example: He is expected to reach home early.
- An adjective phrase is a group of words that acts as an adjective in a sentence. Example: Flowers of different colours have been used for decoration.
- An adverb phrase is a group of words that performs the function of an adverb in a sentence. Example: Jane walked on the stage with a lot of grace.
Exercises
Q. In each sentence identify the phrase and its type.
- In those days, my mother used to keep long hair.
- He smiled in a warm manner.
- We looked for you at every possible place.
- Manav, a boy with courage, fought the thief.
- Our team took the defeat in a gracious manner.
- Mishita is the best student in the class, without any doubt.
- I supposed the Indian team with all my heart.
- Children like to play every evening.
Answer
- In those days, my mother used to keep long hair.
- He smiled in a warm manner.
- We looked for you at every possible place.
- Manav, a boy with courage, fought the thief.
- Our team took the defeat in a gracious manner.
- Mishita is the best student in the class, without any doubt.
- I supposed the Indian team with all my heart.
- Children like to play every evening.
Q. Complete the sentences with phrases as indicated in brackets.
- She lived in Australia _______________. (adverb phrase)
- _______________ is a mystery. (noun phrase)
- My classmate is a boy _______________. (adjective phrase)
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