Knowing how to convey information, both orally and in writing, is a very useful skill. When you need to convey a certain idea, make a clear statement to the reader using declarative/news sentences. Simply put, a declarative sentence contains the basic idea of a subject and a predicate. You can also create complex declarative sentences, which contain multiple clauses and descriptions. Once you recognize the structure of declarative sentences, you can adjust the amount of information you want to convey by writing simple or complex sentences.
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Method 1 of 3: Recognizing Declarative Sentences
Step 1. Recognize declarative sentences
Declarative sentences are statements made by the speaker and aimed at the listener, to convey information in a straightforward manner. Consider the following examples of declarative sentences:
- This cat is sitting at the table.
- I started laughing.
- The cloud looks like a fish.
Step 2. Know the other types of sentences
Declarative sentences are different from other types of sentences. To better understand grammar and writing rules, identify other types of sentences, for example:
- Interrogative: This type of sentence is used to ask a question (eg: "Can you take me home?")
- Imperative: This type of sentence is used to command or give guidance. (eg: "Get on the bus.")
- Exclamation point: This type of sentence is used to convey admiration or warning. Exclamation points are marked with a punctuation mark, usually an exclamation mark, at the end of the sentence (for example: "Wow, your clothes are cool!")
Step 3. Understand the parts of a declarative sentence
In essence, declarative sentences are basic sentences. Declarative sentences must contain nouns and verbs. However, declarative sentences may contain other elements, such as adjectives, pronouns, and other types of words. However, the most basic form of a declarative sentence consists of a noun and a verb.
In English, verbs in declarative sentences can be in any form (present, future, past, etc.)
Step 4. Don't get confused when you find long sentences
Declarative sentences have no length limit. Declarative sentences can be used to convey very simple information (such as "I eat pecel catfish."), or complex information (such as "In Tiga Dara, Nunung is described as a feminist figure, as evidenced by her determination to find her own destiny.")
A sentence is a declarative sentence if it explains something, instead of asking a question, ordering, or calling
Method 2 of 3: Writing Simple Declarative Sentences
Step 1. Find the idea you want to convey
Simple declarative sentences can be used to convey ideas in a straightforward manner. Therefore, determine the essence of the idea that you want to convey. How can your idea be stated simply? When writing simple declarative sentences, use one idea and eliminate redundant phrases and words.
Step 2. Choose a subject and a predicate
Declarative sentences consist of two basic elements, namely nouns that serve as subjects, and nouns that function as predicates. Convey information in a clear and concise manner by writing the information as simply as possible. For example, consider the following sentence:
- Diane eats.
- The cat meowed.
- The car went forward.
Step 3. Use the active voice form
Active sentence is a writing style that is used to convey information in a straightforward manner, with descriptive verbs that briefly explain the idea.
In contrast to active sentences, passive voices rely on words like "has" and "di" to convey ideas indirectly. You can make descriptive passive sentences, but because descriptive sentences are intended to make sentences simple, it is better to use active sentences
Step 4. Use proper punctuation
One way to identify different types of sentences is to check for punctuation at the end of sentences. Declarative sentences end with a period, interrogative sentences end with a question mark, and exclamation points use an exclamation mark.
Method 3 of 3: Writing Complex Declarative Sentences
Step 1. Use "and" to join two statements
Declarative sentences are not always simple. Make more complex declarative sentences to convey more ideas. Develop one idea, then use "and" to combine it with other ideas. Don't forget to use a comma before "and".
For example, "I just caught a fish, and released it back into the water."
Step 2. Use semicolons to make more complex sentences
One way to develop ideas from declarative sentences is to use semicolons. A semicolon indicates a new clause in the sentence, or a related idea that clarifies the message you are about to convey.
For example, "Mr. Budi has a sheep; the fleece is white."
Step 3. Connect the two ideas with a conjunction
Conjunctions, also known as conjunctions, are used to connect two related ideas. Conjunctions can be used to develop or compare ideas. Examples of conjunctions include "because", "however", "in fact", "though", "however", etc.
- For example, "I'm moving into a new house, because I bought the house."
- "I'm used to sleeping outside when I'm camping; but I prefer to sleep on a mattress."
