Relative Pronouns and Clauses in English
This page provides an overview of zaimki względne angielski relativepronounsinEnglish and their usage in relative clauses. It also explains the difference between defining and non-defining relative clauses.
Relative Pronouns
The guide introduces the following relative pronouns and their uses:
- Who: Used for people ktoˊry,ktoˊrzyinPolish
- Which: Used for things and animals ktoˊry,ktoˊrzyforobjectsandanimals
- That: Used for people, animals, and things ktoˊry,ktoˊrzyforall
- When: Used for time references kiedy?
- Whose: Indicates possession ktoˊrego,ktoˊrej,ktoˊrych,czyj
Example: This is the woman whose daughter plays the piano.
Defining and Non-Defining Relative Clauses
The page explains the difference between defining and non-defining relative clauses:
- Non-Defining Relative Clauses:
Provide additional, non-essential information
Use commas to separate the clause from the main sentence
Example: The white dog, which is sitting on your sofa, is mine.
Example: The man, who owns a white dog, is very nice.
- Defining Relative Clauses:
Provide essential information to identify the noun
Do not use commas
Example: The white dog which is sitting on your sofa is mine.
Example: The man who owns a white dog is very nice.
Highlight: The presence or absence of commas is crucial in distinguishing between defining and non-defining relative clauses.
Vocabulary:
- Zdania względne Polish: Relative clauses
- Zdania definiujące Polish: Defining clauses
- Zdania niedefiniujące Polish: Non-defining clauses
This comprehensive overview provides students with a solid foundation for understanding and using relative clauses in English, including the correct usage of relative pronouns and the distinction between defining and non-defining clauses.
