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In the English language<\/strong><\/a>, nouns are independent clauses that can be modified by dependent clauses, known as relative clauses<\/strong>. To form a complete concept, a relative clause must always start with a relative pronoun and link to an independent sentence. For example, \u201cMy sister, who is a nurse, works at the hospital\u201d. <\/em>To learn more about these clauses, hop on and read this blog till the very end. It will guide you through the usage of relative clauses with the help of examples and practice exercises.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Learn all about Clauses<\/a> in English Here!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Definition of Clauses with Examples<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A clause comprises a subject and a predicate. A particular sentence can have as many subjects and verbs as possible. A clause communicates information about what the subject is or is doing. It can serve as a standalone sentence because it describes an action or a state of being\u201d. For example: \u201cAlthough he doesn\u2019t like coffee, I can drink juice\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read: What are Clauses: Definition, Types<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are Relative Clauses?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A relative clause is a type of subordinating clause<\/strong><\/a> that provides additional information about a noun or pronoun in the main clause. Relative clauses typically begin with a relative pronoun (such as \u201cwho,\u201d \u201cwhom,\u201d \u201cwhich,\u201d or \u201cthat\u201d) or a relative adverb (such as \u201cwhere,\u201d \u201cwhen\u201d or \u201cwhy\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Types of Relative Clause<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned above, a relative clause includes subject and predicate; it is also a dependent clause<\/em><\/strong>. There are two types of relative clauses which are restrictive relative clauses and Non-relative clauses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defining clauses<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These are referred to as restrictive<\/strong> or defining relative clauses. A comma is never used to separate a defining relative phrase from a noun. Explaining with the help of example. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe students <\/em>who study the most<\/em><\/strong> will likely get the best marks.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Non-defining clauses<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These are either non-restrictive<\/strong> or non-defining relative clauses. Commas are used to divide these individuals. Typically, it is a common or proper noun that designates a special person, object, or occasion. It is also known as a non-essential clause. For example: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe India Gate <\/em>which is located in Delhi<\/em><\/strong>, is a famous landmark\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

11+ examples of relative clauses<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below are some common relative clause examples that will give you a better understanding and knowledge of relative clauses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n