Advanced English Grammar: Beyond the Basics

Once you've mastered the basics of English grammar, it's time to dive deeper into the complex structures that bring clarity and sophistication to your speaking and writing. This guide will walk you through advanced grammar topics every serious learner should understand. 1. Noun Clauses Noun clauses function as nouns in a sentence and often begin with words like that , what , whatever , whether , or if . "I believe that she is honest ." " What he said surprised everyone." They can serve as subjects, objects, or complements. 2. Relative Clauses Relative clauses give more information about a noun and usually begin with relative pronouns: who , whom , whose , which , that . "The woman who called you is my aunt." "The book that I bought was expensive." Defining vs. Non-Defining Clauses: Defining (essential info): "The boy who won is my cousin." Non-defining (extra info): "Mr. Green, who is a doctor , lives next door....