

Let’s take a more detailed look at each now. There are a few different types of predicates, each with its own unique qualities. In complete predicates (which we explain below), a predicate can also include other words and phrases that modify the action, such as prepositional phrases or direct and indirect objects. Predicates always include at least one verb to represent the action, even if that verb is be. Along with subjects, predicates are a necessary part of English sentence structure. While the subject describes who is doing the action, the predicate describes the action itself.

In English, a complete sentence or clause requires two parts: an action and the person or thing that’s performing the action.

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