Subject and Predicate Example

The subject and the predicate are classifications that are made to designate two different syntactic functions that we can find in a sentence in Spanish. Syntactic functions are those functions that relate to how words are combined or structured within sentences to express or mean something. That is, what role certain words play within a sentence.

Characteristics of the subject:

It is known as subject to the word or set of words that have the syntactic function of carrying out the action, the state or the process that are expressed by the verb within a sentence. The subject is made up of a noun phrase. This type of phrase is one that is formed with one or more words whose nucleus or central element is a Name, a word with which we name something.

The subject always has agreement with the verb in person and number; in other words, grammatically, the subject and the verb have a correspondence in terms of their form. For example, if the subject is plural, the verb in turn will express that in its form: “the children slept”, “the friends went out”, “the pigeons flew”.

There are different types or classifications of subjects; among them we can find the agent subject, the patient subject, the explicit subject, the implicit subject and the indeterminate subject.

Characteristics of the predicate:

It is known as a predicate to the word or set of words that make up the verb phrase of a sentence. This phrase is a grouping of words whose core or central element is a verb and its function is to express something that is carried out or executed by the subject. In addition to the verb, a verb phrase is made up of other words that complement the meaning of said verb, such as interjections, adverbs, participles, prepositions, etc.

The predicate, when designating what the subject does, as mentioned, will always have agreement with this in person and number. That is, if the subject is in the singular, in the plural or refers to any of the people grammatical (I, you, he, she, you, we, you, they) also the verb will reflect this in its way.

Between the types of predicate that exist we can find the following: simple predicate, compound predicate, verbal predicate, nominal predicate, adjectival predicate and adverbial predicate.

50 Examples of sentences with subject and predicate:

1. The hotel rooms (subject) are occupied (predicate).
2. The words the poet said (subject) inspired many other writers (predicate).
3. The cunning of the warrior (subject) made him win the battle (predicate).
4. The thought of this philosopher (subject) is part of the current of existentialism (predicate).
5. The dancers (subject) settled around the campfire (predicate).
6. The grass (subject) was cut by a gardener (predicate).
7. The house (subject) was sold by a realtor (predicate).
8. The drinks (subject) were prepared by Luis and Julio (predicate).
9. The player (subject) celebrated his score with a jump of joy (predicate).
10. The coach (subject) gave everyone a 45 minute routine (predicate).
11. The pizza (subject) was prepared with all available ingredients (predicate).
12. Maria (subject) broke her cell phone yesterday (predicate).
13. Beer (subject) is a drink that is prepared from barley or wheat (predicate).
14. Red wine (subject) is rich in antioxidants (predicate).
15. The circus (subject) will settle in the city for three weeks (predicate).
16. Sellers (subject) got various bonuses for their sales (predicate).
17. Coffee (subject) is one of the most consumed beverages in the world (predicate).
18. This restaurant (subject) has very good promotions on weekdays (predicate).
19. This brand of soap (subject) is very good at removing traces of grease or stains that are difficult to remove (predicate).
20. Sports running shoes (subject) are specially made to resist and cushion the weight of the body (predicate).
21. The authorities (subject) warned tourists that the tide would rise that afternoon (predicate).
22. The flight (subject) lasted three hours (predicate).
23. This hospital (subject) is specialized in maternity (predicate).
24. Firefighters (subject) came to the fire on time and there were no complications (predicate).
25. The stereo Luis bought (subject) has good sound quality (predicate).
26. In the liquor exhibition (subject) a tasting of red and white wines (predicate) will be offered.
27. Laura (subject) often suffers from constant insomnia (predicate).
28. Sara (subject) is on a diet in which she only consumes salads (predicate).
29. Javier (subject) has three jobs to support his family (predicate).
30. This house (subject) was built in the middle of the S. XIX (predicate).
31. The food they serve at this inn (subject) is always very tasty (predicate).
32. Art (subject) is food for the soul (predicate).
33. The medical degree (subject) lasts ten semesters (predicate).
34. At the National Academy of Music (subject) free concerts given by the same students (predicate) are offered.
35. The manufacture of plastics (subject) is very polluting for the environment (predicate).
36. Fernando (subject) bought several books on the history of art (predicate).
37. This song (subject) was composed by a well-known composer in the middle (predicate).
38. The students (subject) went to the stationery store to buy what the teacher had asked them (predicate).
39. Octavio Paz (subject) was a Mexican writer who received the Nobel Prize for Literature (predicate).
40. Mauro (subject) met his girlfriend on a trip he made to Barcelona (preached).
41. My favorite soccer team (subject) will play next Monday (predicate).
42. Photographs (subject) must be taken in formal clothing (predicate).
43. The soldiers of the battalion (subject) did not hesitate to attack the enemy (predicate).
44. My teacher's daughter (subject) has practiced basketball since she was little (predicate).
45. The music of the place (subject) gave a relaxing and romantic atmosphere (predicate).
46. The assistants (subject) tasted delicious dishes (predicate).
47. The scent of flowers (subject) is one of his favorite smells (predicate).
48. The historical channel (subject) aired a documentary about the Nazis (predicate).
49. The lightning of August (subject) is a novel written by Jorge Ibargüengoitia.
50. High school students (subject) participated in a math competition (predicate).

50 Subject Examples

10 Examples of agent subject

1. Classical music it is one of the most relaxing genres of music.
2. In September the Mexican soccer team will play against the German team.
3. Children they sang a song for the festival of mothers.
4. The construction company Muñoz she was in charge of the construction of several apartment buildings on the beach.
5. Because of the Christmas season toy prices rose.
6. Sara she lost her car keys.
7. The supermarket put all the fruits and vegetables on sale.
8. Possession of weapons without documentation it is considered a crime.
9. Company logo expresses the main concepts of your business.
10. The tea It is a very consumed drink in the Asian continent.

10 Examples of patient subjects

1. The bites that were inflicted on him they were produced by a dog.
2. Sanitation measures were issued by the competent authority.
3. The mural of this museum It was painted by emerging young artists.
4. The sauce she was prepared with fresh ingredients.
5. The fridge It was repaired by the technician.
6. Mary she was notified by the bank regarding her debt.
7. Sergio she was visited by all of her friends while she was admitted to the hospital.
8. Debt it was paid in due time.
9. The floor of the house it was removed to install a new one.
10. Food It was reheated before being served.

10 Explicit Subject Examples

1. The whole country she was moved by the news.
2. The price of gasoline It has skyrocketed in the last three months.
3. The animated movie raised hundreds of millions of dollars.
4. This cell phone model is one of the best sellers.
5. People who parked on the yellow line they were fined by the highway agents.
6. Young they lit a fire to sing around it.
7. Sandra's Favorite Food It is Japanese food.
8. This mug it is made of ceramic.
9. The lyrics of this song it is extremely romantic.
10. The color of your eyes is very pretty.

10 Examples of implicit subject

1. I watched television all afternoon. (Subject: me)
2. They studied very carefully. (Subject: them, you)
3. They lost the bet they had. (Subject: them, you)
4. You were one of the most important people in my life. (Subject: you)
5. I met my favorite artist in person. (Subject: me)
6. She ate with enthusiasm. (Subject: him, her)
7. Is there anything else offered? (Subject: you)
8. We were the first to arrive. (Subject: us)
9. You must have studied to take your final exam. (Subject: you)
10. I watched one of my favorite movies again. (Subject: me)

10 Examples of indeterminate subject

1. On the board they wrote down earrings and notes to remember them later.
2. A trip to the mountains was planned for March.
3. The magazines were distributed free of charge in the selected establishments.
4. They installed a playground for children in the park.
5. In the center of the city they captured criminals who were dedicated to robbing tourists.
6. In the cafeteria they served a cheesecake with berries.
7. In the street they installed various typical food stalls.
8. When the game was over, they gave away pens with the national team logo.
9. At the ceremony they gave a very emotional speech.
10. They donated clothing and footwear for people in need.

50 Examples of predicate:

1. His father was the most important person in his life.
2. The patrol fined the speeding car.
3. You sing really well.
4. Do you know this song?
5. Last summer they traveled to many European countries.
6. Next year the new highway will be completed.
7. Enjoy the good times.
8. There is no step.
9. They always they argue about insignificant things.
10. Sergio He serenaded his girlfriend on the occasion of her anniversary.
11. I went to a rock music festival.
12. The whole family she was invited to the wedding.
13. The buyers they took advantage of the offers.
14. The day of my birthday I ate a lot of cake.
15. Pride and prejudice It is a novel that has been made into the cinema on several occasions.
16. The Carpenter took the steps to make the desk.
17. The degree thesis it is one of the most standardized degree modalities.
18. I had a horrible nightmare.
19. Sandra went to the store.
20. Pass me the salt shaker.
21. Paper and cardboard They are made with fibers of vegetable origin.
22. They they overcame their relationship problems in order to be together.
23. They argued all night.
24. The protagonists of the story They lived happily ever after.
25. They already removed that movie on the billboard.
26. Juan and Estela they have two children and hope to have a third.
27. The Cook mixed all the ingredients to make the cake.
28. The band's new single it was a commercial success.
29. ¿Are for sale those items?
30. They sold a lot of things.
31. ¿May I offer you something to drink?
32. You will live many adventures.
33. I enjoy watching the sunset.
34. The walls they were painted in another color.
35. Suitcase it's brown.
36. Francisco sat on the chair.
37. ¿You saw the new chapter of the series?
38. Last night they wanted to rob the business.
39. Georgina always recycle leaves.
40. There are not bad that for good does not come.
41. He lit a cigarette.
42. Children they ate a lot of sweets.
43. ¿Will you go out tonight?
44. I find it very good your decision.
45. The boy still crawls.
46. You talk a lot.
47. ¡Happens you!
48. I love you very much.
49. I sold some shoes.
50. The museum opens at nine.