Sentence Structure

Sentence structure

Sentence stucture

1. What are they ?

• Each type of sentence structure allows the message to be adapted according to the context: simple sentences for direct ideas, compound sentences for joining important ideas, and complex or compound-complex sentences for greater detail and precision.

2. What are they for ?

3. Types of structures according to complexity

• Sentence structures are sentences formed with an order and sense

• Sentence structures serve and are essential to communicate ideas clearly and correctly.

1. Simple Sentence (Oración Simple)

2. Compound Sentence (Oración Compuesta)

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3. Complex Sentence (Oración Compleja)

4. Compound-Complex Sentence (Oración Compuesta-Compleja)

Simple sentence

Use :

It contains a single independent clause (subject + verb) and expresses a complete idea.

• For simple, clear and direct messages.

• It has no subordinate clauses.

Example:

• She runs every day. (Ella corre todos los días)

• I like pizza. (Me gusta la pizza)

Compound Sentence

Use :

It consists of two or more independent clauses joined by:

• To connect ideas that are equally important.

• Coordinated conjunctions: and, but, or, so

• Semicolon (;) when a conjunction is not used.

Example :

• I wanted to go to the party, but I was too tired.

• He studied hard, and he passed the exam.

Complex Sentence

Use :

• It contains an independent clause and at least one subordinate clause (which depends on the main one to make sense).

• To explain causes, conditions, or additional details

• Subordinate clauses usually begin with words such as: because, although, if, since, when.

Example :

• Although it was raining, we decided to go out

• She stayed home because she was sick

Compound-Complex Sentence

Use :

• Contains two or more independent clauses and at least one subordinate clause

• For more formal texts or complex explanations that combine several ideas.

• It is the most complex structure and allows you to express more elaborate ideas

Example :

• Although I was tired, I went to the meeting, and I finished the report on time.

• We missed the bus because we left late, but we still arrived early.

Summary of Sentence Structure Types

Ejercicio 1: Identificar el Tipo de Oración

• Instrucciones: Lee las siguientes oraciones y di si son Simple, Compound, Complex o Compound-Complex.

1. Although it was raining, we went to the park.
2. She studied for the exam, but she forgot to review her notes.
3. Because she was tired, she went to bed, but she couldn’t sleep.
4. John plays soccer every Saturday.

Respuestas :

Ejercicio 2: Ordena las Palabras

Respuestas :

• Instrucciones: Ordena las palabras para formar oraciones correctas.

Simple sentence :

• loves / John / reading.

Compound Sentence :

• I went / was closed / to the library, but / it

Complex Sentence :

• we stayed / Although / wanted / inside / to go out

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Sentence structure refers to how words are organized and combined to form meaningful sentences. It is essential to communicate ideas clearly and correctly. Sentences usually have different elements and can be classified according to their complexity.

Examples of the sentences structure :

• She reads books every night.
• The dog barked loudly.
• I like ice cream

1. Communicate ideas clearly. They help make messages clear and understandable to the receiver. Example: She eats apples is clearer than Eats she apples

Sentence structures are essential for communicating ideas effectively, avoiding misunderstandings, and making the use of English more natural, both in writing and speaking. Mastering these structures is key to expressing oneself correctly

3. Build different types of messages. With the different structures (simple, compound, complex) we can adapt the message according to the context. Simple sentences for straightforward ideas: I love pizza. Complex sentences for detailed explanations: Although it was late, I kept working.

2. Avoid misunderstandings. A good word order allows you to express exactly what you want to say. Example: He helped his brother because he was tired? Structure matters to clarify it).