The sentence and its types
5 types of sentences
definition of a sentence
A group of words which make complete sense is called a sentence.
A sentence always starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop(.), exclamation mark(!) or question mark(?).
types of sentences
A group of words which make complete sense is called a sentence.
A sentence always starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop(.), exclamation mark(!) or question mark(?).
1. Declarative (or) Assertive sentence
Declarative or assertive sentences are those which makes statements or assertions. They state or declare something.
It ends with a full stop.
Example: I like to play carrom.
2. Imperative sentence
Imperative sentence express commands, requests.
It ends with a full stop or an exclamation mark.
Example: Please clean your room. (Request)
Clean your room now! (Command)
Go take your books. (Command)
3. Interrogative sentence
Interrogative sentences are those which asks
questions.
It ends with a question mark.
Example: What is your favourite colour?
4. Exclamatory sentence
Exclamatory sentences are those which expresses strong feelings or extraordinary emotions.
Example: Wow, you are looking gorgeous!
5. Optative sentence
Optative sentences are those which express a prayer, a wish, a blessing or a curse.
Example: I wish you all success.
May you live long.
May God bless you!
