Introduction
In this chapter, we will learn about predicate adjectives. Predicate adjectives are important because they describe the subject of a sentence and are linked to the subject by a linking verb. Understanding predicate adjectives helps us provide more information about the subject.
What Are Predicate Adjectives?
Predicate adjectives are adjectives that follow a linking verb and describe the subject of the sentence. They are part of the predicate and provide more information about the subject.
Example:
- The cake is delicious. (The predicate adjective “delicious” describes the subject “cake” and is linked by the verb “is”)
Key Points
- Follow Linking Verbs: Predicate adjectives come after a linking verb.
- Describe the Subject: They provide more information about the subject of the sentence.
- Part of the Predicate: Predicate adjectives are part of the predicate in a sentence.
Common Linking Verbs
- is, are, was, were, am
- feel, seem, appear, become, look
Examples
- The flowers are beautiful.
- He seems happy.
- The soup tastes salty.
- She became angry.
- The sky looks clear.
Examples of Predicate Adjectives in a Sentence
Each of these sentences uses predicate adjectives to describe the subject.
Examples:
- The movie was exciting.
- The children are sleepy.
- The weather feels cold.
- The answer is correct.
- The teacher seemed pleased.
Practice
Let’s practice identifying predicate adjectives! Find the predicate adjectives in each sentence below.
- The cake is sweet.
- She feels confident.
- The room looks clean.
- They were tired after the trip.
- The book was interesting.
Answers:
- Sweet
- Confident
- Clean
- Tired
- Interesting
Conclusion
Predicate adjectives are adjectives that follow a linking verb and describe the subject of the sentence. They are part of the predicate and provide more detailed information about the subject. By understanding and using predicate adjectives, we can create more descriptive and informative sentences.