Clause- Adjective Clause

Adjective Clause

An adjective clause, also known as a relative clause, is a type of dependent clause that functions as an adjective within a sentence. It provides additional information about a noun or pronoun in the main clause. Adjective clauses usually begin with relative pronouns such as "who," "whom," "whose," "which," or "that," and they serve to modify nouns or pronouns. Here are the different types of adjective clauses with examples for each:

Defining Adjective Clause:

Defining adjective clauses provide essential information that defines or specifies the noun it modifies. They are not set off by commas and are necessary for the sentence to convey its intended meaning.

• Example: The man who is sitting next to me is my uncle. (Modifying "man")

• Example: She returned the book that she borrowed yesterday. (Modifying "book")

• Example: The house where they used to live has been demolished. (Modifying "house")

2. Non-Defining Adjective Clause:

Non-defining adjective clauses provide additional, non-essential information about the noun it modifies. They are set off by commas and can be removed from the sentence without altering its basic meaning.

• Example: Mary's sister, who lives in Paris, is a talented artist. (Modifying "sister")

• Example: The car, which was parked outside, belongs to my friend. (Modifying "car")

• Example: John's new laptop, which he bought last week, is very expensive. (Modifying "laptop")

3. Adjective Clause of Time:

Adjective clauses of time provide information about the time of an event or action. They are introduced by relative adverbs like "when," "where," or "why."

• Example: The day when we met was unforgettable. (Modifying "day")

• Example: The place where we first kissed is now a park. (Modifying "place")

• Example: The reason why she left remains a mystery. (Modifying "reason")

4. Adjective Clause of Place:

Adjective clauses of place provide information about the location or place of an event or action. They are introduced by relative adverbs like "where."

• Example: This is the room where I study. (Modifying "room")

• Example: He showed me the place where he found the treasure. (Modifying "place")

• Example: Do you know the restaurant where they serve authentic Italian cuisine? (Modifying "restaurant")

5. Adjective Clause of Manner:

Adjective clauses of manner provide information about the manner or way in which something is done. They are introduced by relative adverbs like "how."

• Example: She told me how she solved the problem. (Modifying "told me")

• Example: He explained how the machine works. (Modifying "explained")

• Example: Do you know how she managed to finish the project so quickly? (Modifying "know")