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10 Sentence Patterns With Examples PDF

The document outlines 10 basic sentence patterns in English, providing structures and examples for each. These patterns include Subject + Verb, Subject + Verb + Object, and others, which are essential for clear communication. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of mastering these patterns for improved writing and speaking skills.

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10 Sentence Patterns With Examples PDF

The document outlines 10 basic sentence patterns in English, providing structures and examples for each. These patterns include Subject + Verb, Subject + Verb + Object, and others, which are essential for clear communication. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of mastering these patterns for improved writing and speaking skills.

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10 Basic Sentence Patterns in English

Mastering Sentence Structure for Clear Communication.

By Tr. Htet
Pattern 1 – Subject + Verb (SV)
Structure: Subject + Verb
Examples:
• Birds sing.
• He runs.
• They swim.
• Dogs bark.
• She laughs.
Pattern 2 – Subject + Verb + Object (SVO)

Structure: Subject + Verb + Object


Examples:
• She writes a letter.
• I read a novel.
• They play football.
• He drinks water.
• We watch movies.
Pattern 3 – Subject + Verb + Complement (SVC)

Structure: Subject + Verb + Subject Complement


Examples:
• She is a doctor.
• The cake smells good.
• He became a pilot.
• The kids seem happy.
• It looks perfect.
Pattern 4 – Subject + Verb + Adverbial (SVA)

Structure: Subject + Verb + Adverbial


Examples:
• He works at night.
• The dog sleeps outside.
• They live in Paris.
• She walks daily.
• I study in the library.
Pattern 5 – Subject + Verb + Indirect Object +
Direct Object (SVOO)
Structure: Subject + Verb + Indirect Object + Direct Object
Examples:
• She gave me a pen.
• He sent her a postcard.
• They offered us help.
• I told him a story.
• We bought them gifts.
Pattern 6 – Subject + Verb + Object +
Complement (SVOC)
Structure: Subject + Verb + Object + Object Complement
Examples:
• They named the baby John.
• We painted the wall red.
• She found the book boring.
• He considers her smart.
• I called him a genius.
Pattern 7 – Subject + Verb + Object + Adverbial
(SVOA)
Structure: Subject + Verb + Object + Adverbial
Examples:
• She placed the book on the shelf.
• He put his bag in the car.
• They left the keys at home.
• I found my phone under the bed.
• We dropped her at school.
Pattern 8 – There + Verb + Subject

Structure: There + Verb + Subject


Examples:
• There is a cat on the roof.
• There are apples in the basket.
• There was a noise outside.
• There were many guests.
• There is a problem.
Pattern 9 – Interrogative Sentence (Question
Pattern)
Structure: Helping Verb + Subject + Main Verb...?
Examples:
• Do you like music?
• Are they coming?
• Did she call you?
• Can he swim?
• Is it raining?
Pattern 10 – Imperative Sentence (Command)

Structure: Base Verb (Subject understood)


Examples:
• Sit down.
• Please open the window.
• Be careful.
• Don’t talk.
• Help me, please.
Conclusion

Review the 10 sentence patterns


Practice with your own examples
Strong foundation makes better English writing &
speaking

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