Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kernel-sentence
noun
/ˈkɜrnəl ˈsɛntəns/
Definition
A kernel sentence is a simple, basic sentence structure that conveys a complete thought without any additional clauses or modifications.
Examples
- The cat sat on the mat.
- She reads books.
- He runs fast.
Meaning
It serves as the fundamental unit of meaning in a sentence, representing core information and often used in linguistic studies to analyze sentence structure.
Synonyms
- simple sentence
- base clause
- core sentence
