Relative clauses in English are essential for constructing complex sentences and providing additional information about nouns. This guide covers the usage of relative pronouns such as who, which, that, whom, whose, where, and when, along with their specific applications and rules.
Key points:
- Relative pronouns connect clauses to provide more information about a noun
- Different pronouns are used for people, things, places, and time
- Some relative pronouns can be omitted in certain contexts
- Non-defining relative clauses add extra information and are set off by commas
Highlight: Understanding relative clauses enhances sentence structure and clarity in English writing and speaking.
