Example of Types of Sentences According to Predicate

In Spanish, sentences are made up of two syntactic elements that form the basic structure of the sentence: subject and predicate. The predicate, in particular, is the syntactic function that informs us about something that does or happens to the subject. The predicate is a fundamental element of sentences, and can be of different types, especially according to the kind of verb or verbs that make it up.

Classification of sentences according to their predicate

Sentences according to the type of verb:

1. Transitive sentences. In these sentences the core of the predicate is a transitive verb, whose action can fall on a direct object, for example: “I ate potatoes with orange juice "," The seller offered various promotional packages "," The children threw the ball in the air ”.
2. Intransitive sentences. In these sentences the core of the predicate is an intransitive verb; in these sentences there is no direct object because the verb cannot transfer the action: “I i slept many hours yesterday "," The baby cried because I was already hungry ”.
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3. Copulative prayers. In these sentences the core of the predicate is a copulative verb that links the subject with an attribute; the copulative verbs are be be Y seem, you for example are one of my best friends ”,“ We we're good "," His words have been always false ”.
4. Predicative sentences. In these sentences the core of the predicate is a predicative verb, these are all those that are not copulative; express a full meaning and require no attribute: "The soloist sang with a lot of feeling "," We we lit television "," I i drank four cups of coffee "
5. Reflective sentences. The core of the predicate is a reflexive verb, in which the subject performs and at the same time receives the verbal action. For example: “Laura he combs with iron every day ","I brush teeth three times a day "
6. Reciprocal prayers. The core of the predicate is a reciprocal verb, in which the subject performs the action towards others and at the same time these others perform the action on him, for example: “Lucas and Claudia they say hi to each other every morning "," They they hit punching for nonsense "

Sentences according to the type of verbal voice:

1. Active prayers. They are the sentences that have a verb in the active voice, and at the same time have an active subject; This means that the subject performs the verbal action: “The technicians they repaired the team ”(the subject performs the action of fix)
2. Passive sentences. They are the sentences that have a verb in the passive voice, and, therefore, a passive subject or patient; This means that the subject receives the verbal action: “The team It was repaired by the technicians ”(the subject receives the action of fix)

Sentences according to their structure:

1. Compound sentences. They contain two or more predicates, since they are formed by several simple sentences joined by means of links. They can be of three types:
2. Simple sentences. They contain a single predicate, that is, they are composed of a single sentence: "
3. Compound sentences coordinated. The predicates are united by means of coordinated links: “We we fought Y we would not be friends again”
4. Compound sentences subordinate. The predicates are united by means of subordinating links: "We are still friends although we fight”.
5. Compound sentences juxtaposed. The predicates are joined by means of punctuation marks: "The truth it was clear: we would not be friends again”.

Examples of sentences according to the type of predicate

10 Transitive sentences (the core of the predicate is a transitive verb)

1. The boy study the lesson. (The action falls on the direct object the lesson)
2. Car have armchairs. (The action falls on the direct object the armchairs)
3. The man short your firewood. (The action falls on the direct object your firewood)
4. Room have some nice brown armchairs. (The action falls on the direct object some nice brown armchairs)
5. Mrs cooked in the restaurant a soup. (The action falls on the direct object a soup)
6. The watch brand The time. (The action falls on the direct object The time)
7. Children they ate all candies. (The action falls on the direct object all candies)
8. They got in the contest the second place. (The action falls on the direct object the second place)
9. Humans we consume many natural resources. (The action falls on the direct object many natural resources)
10. My niece from America IShipping a congratulatory letter. (The action falls on the direct object a congratulatory letter)

10 Intransitive sentences (the core of the predicate is an intransitive verb)

In each example, the predicate of the sentence is highlighted in bold.

1. The cat jumped from the ceiling to the ground (the core is v. transitive jump)
2. The man worksin the factory from Monday to Friday (the core is v. transitive works)
3. My car, when we go on the road, he travels very fast (the core is v. transitive transit)
4. Horse I ran at full gallop through the mountains (the core is v. transitive ran)
5. The state governor resigned due to pressure (the core is v. transitive I quit)
6. My car It starts only if another car passes the battery (the core is v. transitive Starts)
7. Edward he has painted several murals in the streets of the area (the core is v. transitive he has painted)
8. Children they played in the street to chase each other (the core is v. transitive they played)
9. The bird flew high (the core is v. transitive He flew)

10 Copulative sentences (the core of the predicate is a copulative verb: be be or seem)

1. Marcos and me we were very good friends in college (the core is v. copulative we went)
2. The papers they were ready until four in the afternoon (the core is v. copulative they were)
3. The painting it was very cool when we sat on the bench (the core is v. copulative was)
4. His words they seemed sincere at first (the core is v. copulative they seemed)
5. She and me Are we a couple (the core is v. copulative are)
6. Your work team he was very involved in the creation process (the core is v. copulative he was)
7. This painting It looks like a photograph how realistic it is (the core is v. copulative It seems)
8. The movie will be in theaters next August (the core is v. copulative will be)
9. U.S we were classmates from the university for five years (the core is v. copulative we went)
10. My dog have you been sick since last week (the core is v. copulative has been)

10 Predicative sentences (the core of the predicate is a predicative verb)

1. Laura already organized all the office papers (the core is v. predicative organized)
2. Ernesto He asked me for a favor that I couldn't say no to (the core is v. predicative asked)
3. Me rideto my dogs every day (the core is v. predicative ride)
4. The emergency sirens they sounded in the distance (the core is v. predicative they sounded)
5. rosary beads he did not close the door properly when he left (the core is v. predicative Hill)
6. The bank will make this recurring charge every month (the core is v. predicative will perform)
7. My colleagues they are always late for the meeting (the core is v. predicative arrive)
8. These foods they cause you a lot of allergies (the core is v. predicative cause)
9. My mother he prepared us our favorite dish for Christmas (the core is v. predicative prepared)
10. The mechanic already checked the engine (the core is v. predicative revised)

10 Reflective sentences (the subject performs and receives the action simultaneously)

1. Me I comb every day with cream and fixing gel.
2. They I know they dress several times during the presentations of their shows.
3. Your tea you bathe with a lot of water and with many products.
4. My father every morningI know shave with razor blade.
5. You you feedjunk food only.
6. U.S us we will move to a bigger department as soon as we get the chance.
7. you guys I know they got married when they had barely known each other for a few months.
8. When I come from the gym, always I shower with fresh water.
9. Your tea Do you sleep every afternoon an hour or two hours.
10. Me I tan so that the skin tone is even

10 Reciprocal sentences (the subject performs the action towards others and they at the same time perform the action towards the subject):

1. Jesus and Rosa I know they praise always to each other.
2. Hector and Veronica I know they love so much so that they would never think of parting ways.
3. The neighbor and me us we salutekindly when we bumped into the elevator
4. The dog and the cat I know they fought for keeping the chair.
5. You you you hatesince I can remember.
6. U.S us we love without ties or jealousy.
7. Eduardo and Francisco I know will face in a battle for top spot in the game
8. Jesus and Norma I know they metwhen they took a photography course together.
9. The neighbors they criticize each other behind his back.
10. They and we us we faceto see who could cook the best cake.

10 Active sentences (the subject performs the verbal action)

1. Maria (active subject) she invited us to meet her new apartment (active predicate).
2. My girlfriend (active subject) prepare a very rich vegetable broth (active predicate).
3. My dog ​​(active subject) got into a fight with another dog at the dog park (active predicate).
4. Soul (active subject) just bought a new motorcycle (active predicate).
5. My mother (active subject) wants to sell all the things in the house that we no longer need (active predicate).
6. My uncle from the United States (active subject) sent us several gifts for Christmas (active predicate).
7. Carmen (active subject) she lied about how old she really was (active predicate).
8. Time (active subject) it happens very fast when I'm with you (active predicate).
9. Sara (active subject) ordered some hamburgers through the application (active predicate).
10. My brother and I (active subject) we sweep and mop the whole house (active predicate).

10 passive sentences (the action of the verb is received by the subject)

1. The king (taxpayer) is dear for his town (passive predicate).
2. Entire room (taxable person) was cleaned by Carlos on his day off (passive predicate).
3. The player who scored all the goals (taxpayer) has been cheered by the public (passive predicate).
4. The trial (taxpayer) it was solved by the ninth judge (passive predicate).
5. The fire (taxpayer) was caused by human recklessness (passive predicate).
6. The wounded (taxpayer) have already been rescued by civil protection elements (passive predicate).
7. The way (taxpayer) was traced by his predecessors (passive predicate).
8. This movie (taxable person) was launched simultaneously in several countries (passive predicate).
9. Your recommendations (taxpayer) were taken into account by citizens (passive predicate).
10. The car (taxpayer) it was repaired by the mechanic (passive predicate).

10 Simple sentences (the core of the predicate is a verb in reflexive form)

1. Me and my friends we spend all our money on beers (1 core: We spend)
2. Your you are very important to me (1 core: are)
3. Paul showed a lot of skill in the game (1 core: showed)
4. Sooner or later we will win (1 core: we will win)
5. The girl bought several sweets at the store (1 core: I buy)
6. My nephew at one year of age he learned to walk (1 core: learned)
7. you guys have reserved seats 8B and 9B (1 core: they have reserved)
8. Our couple communication it's pretty good (1 core: it is)
9. The television no longer turns on (1 core: turn on)
10. My hands are dry from cleaning products (1 core: is it so)

10 compound sentences (the core of the predicate is a copulative verb)

1. U.S we enjoy the beach more when it's not so hot (2 cores: we enjoy / do)
2. We ordered a pizza and it was delivered in about thirty minutes (2 cores: we asked / brought)
3. Talk now or be quiet forever (2 cores: talk / street)
4. We look for the keys but we can't find them (2 cores: we search / find)
5. You will hear the truth even if you don't want to hear it (2 cores: will you listen / want)
6. They did not respect the price but they charged us very dearly (2 cores: respected / charged)
7. We had dinner and went to sleep early (2 cores: we had dinner / went)
8. His attitude was clear: he would not help us in anything (2 cores: we enjoy / do)
9. He did not answer the phone even though I dialed him several times (2 cores: answered / dialed)
10. Julio left his house and called for a taxi at 10 in the morning (2 cores: went out / asked)