Page 3 - Lesson Note

Now we will go for the difference between a Phrase and a Clause. Observe the chart below.

BASIS FOR PHRASE CLAUSE
COMPARISON

A phrase is a set of words, taken A clause is a component of grammatical
Meaning together in the form of a arrangement, that contains set of words
conceptual unit. having a subject and verb.

Component of Clause or sentence Complete sentence

Does it convey a
thought or idea? No Yes

The one who met you at Mc Donald's, is my
I will see you at the court.
neighbor.
Example

Harry loves to travel alone. You can play, after watching TV.

Definition of Phrase
A phrase refers to a combination of two or more words, that are related to one another and acts as a
single unit, but does not contain a subject-verb pairing. It forms a part of a clause or sentence which is
used to provide further information.

A phrase does not carry any meaning of its own, due to the absence of subject and verb, but it
clarifies the context, of the sentence when added to a clause.

Examples
Phrase

 She lives near my friend’s home.
 I was waiting, outside the hostel.

Definition of Clause
When in a set of words, there is a subject actively performing an action (verb), then that combination
of words, is called as a clause. A clause can function as a sentence, which may or may not be a
complete one.

There are two parts in a clause, i.e. a subject and a predicate. The predicate expresses something
with respect to the subject.

Clause

 This is my last attempt for IAS examination.
 She understands what you cannot explain in words.
 How to remember the difference