关于Clause的意思和用法的提问

A: If clause is a part of a sentence with IF, usually when we talk about conditional sentences.
For example,
If the weather is good, we'll go for a walk.
I would go out if it wasn't that cold.

A: "Clause" means
1)  a group of words that contain a subject and predicate that function as a member of a complex or compound sentence.
"When they left work they went to the restaurant."
After winning the game the team tore down the goalposts."
2)a separate section of a discourse or writing, specifically a distinct article in a formal document.
"The second clause in the contract includes how the contract can be terminated."
"They added a clause in the prenuptial agreement specifying what happens in case of a divorce."

A: We're looking at the benefits of systems which control their speed // as a way of preventing that.

as in:

As a way of preventing that, we're looking at systems which control their speed.

A: Voldemort tried to curse Harry. The curse rebounded, and hit Voldemort.

A: It's a part of a sentence.
"I eat everyday. I don't like milk."
I eat everyday is the first clause.
I don't like milk is the second clause

A: @7vkuzminadasha
- adverb clause: “I stopped shooting the gun once it ran out of bullets.” here, the adverb clause describes when i stopped shooting.

- relative clause: “I stopped shooting the gun that ran out of bullets.” here, the relative clause describes the gun.

- relative clause: “The gun, which ran out of bullets, stopped firing.” here, the relative clause adds extra information about the subject.

basically, an adverb clause modifies the main verb, and a relative clause modifies the main noun. i hope that helps 🙂

A: yeah, it is more common to say the first sentence even if it is not technically correct like you said.
but if you want to say something about location you would say “If I had been there, I would have...” or “If I had been here earlier, I would have...”
Or if you were talking about a past event, you use “had”
ex) If I HAD worked harder, I would have gotten better grades

but in most other cases people usually just say “If I were”
ex) If I were richer, I would buy this car
ex) If you were older, you could have this job
some people also say “If I was you” or “If I was (adjective)”, which also makes sense ( for I only )

it is easy to understand both sentences you said, this is just to sound more natural

hopefully that makes sense!!

A: A) It is interesting that people laugh when they are embarrassed.
A) It is interesting that there is an island full of bunnies in Japan.
A) It is interesting that you ask that.

B) It is serious that his aunt was sent to the hospital.
B) It is serious that I ran out of money.
B) It is serious that she forgot to pay her bills.

A: "I'm sure that what I need right now is to get some sleep"

"He told them what he knew about the accident"

"They are being very narrow-minded, what may bring them a few problems later"

"She has put a lot of money into the project, what has come as a big surprise for everyone"

"He knows how to make a fire, what may come in handy if we get lost in the woods"

A: http://www.grammar-monster.com/glossary/clause.htm

A:

I’m not sure I totally get your question, although it looks very good 😁

Clause – one part of a bigger idea. Sometimes individual clauses can standalone, but they can also be integrated into bigger things

Phrase – the total idea

Dogs are humans best friends – one phrase

Dogs and humans, they go together like bread and butter – one idea with two clauses

A: A clause is part of a contract.

A contract is a legally binding agreement between two parties. A written contract consists of specific provisions, or clauses. Clauses define the rights and obligations each party has under the agreement.

A: @sjshajjnsgs
In grammar, a clause is a group of words containing a verb. Sentences contain one or more clauses.
or
A clause is a section of a legal document.
Ex:
1. He has a clause in his contract which entitles him to a percentage of the profits.

The provision of something is the act of giving it or making it available to people who need or want it.
or
It can mean something that has been given or supplied, or it can mean things that are set aside for a trip or journey.
Ex:
1. The department is responsible for the provision of residential care services.

A: A sentence is a complete statement whereas a clause is just part of it. An example of a clause is, "When the sun went down" or "because I had run out of coffee". A sentence might be, "When the sun went down, I drove to the supermarket because I had run out of coffee". The MAIN clause is the clause that can stand on its own, in this case "I drove to the supermarket". Of course, a sentence can consist of just one clause e.g. "I went to the cinema yesterday".

A: Somewhat correct, but it depends on the context. "which" can also be used in referring to people abilities, characteristics, etc.

A: I wish I could help, but unfortunately I’m no expert when it comes to technical English grammar.

These sound like great questions to ask an English teacher/professor though. I’m sure they would have a much better answer than I would.

The examples I gave may not be 100% grammatically correct, but they sounded correct/natural to my ears. I would double check with an English textbook/teacher just to be sure.

Again, I’m sorry I wasn’t able to answer your question, but I wish you luck in finding answers!

A: Oh also, one more thing!

Earlier you used “his/her” for pronouns, but later, you used “their”
(... their special examination.)

I recommend sticking to one type of pronoun throughout the paper.

“Their special examination” —> “his/her special examination”

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A: My brother lives in a city,which is in Scotland
Liz was in a very bad mood that her car had broken down

A: It’s means ‘I have never heard the message that...’ // not once = never

A: "I'm afraid that"
"I'm afraid if" means "I'm afraid if ___ happens then ___ will happen(always a negative thing)"

A: No, it is not a conditional clause. It is what we call reported speech.

*Would you be interested in a design job at Microsoft? - The recruiter asked David.

The recruiter asked David if he would (he'd) be interested in a design job at Microsoft.

We use the connector "if" because that is the connector we use in reported speech if it is a close question (yes/no answer).

A: That's the main clause, the "when inside the train" is a minor clause which just adds more information, but without it, the main clause still makes sense.

A: When people get older (=age), their intelligence (=mental status) doesn't change very much (=remains intact).