Noun Clauses

Form

… + that + Subject + Verb
(‘that’ can often be omitted when it’s the object)

I think (that) you are right.

The problem is that we have no time.

That he passed the exam is a miracle.


Meanings

The most common use of a noun clause.

The clause acts as the object, receiving the action of a verb like know, think, say, believe, wonder, ask.

She said that she was tired.

I wonder why he is late.


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