A subject and a predicate are the two main parts of every complete sentence.
Here’s a simple breakdown:
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🟩 1. The Subject
The subject tells who or what the sentence is about.
It usually includes a noun or pronoun and the words that describe it.
Examples:
The cat slept on the sofa. → (“The cat” is the subject — it’s who the sentence is about.)
My best friend loves to read. → (“My best friend” is the subject.)
🟦 2. The Predicate
The predicate tells what the subject does or what happens to the subject.
It always includes a verb.
Examples:
The cat slept on the sofa.
My best friend loves to read.
In both cases, the predicate tells what the subject is doing.
🟨 3. Together, They Form a Complete Thought
A complete sentence needs both a subject and a predicate.
Example:
The dog (subject) barked loudly. (predicate)
🟧 Quick Tip
You can find the subject by asking “Who or what?” before the verb.
✅ Example:
Sentence: The students studied hard.
→ Who studied hard? → The students (subject)
→ What did they do? → studied hard (predicate)
