COMPLEMENTIZER
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Complementizer.
Complementizer - as a noun
A subordinating conjunction that can convert a clause into a complement clause, i.e. one that completes a grammatical construction in the predicate and that describes or is identified with the subject or object.
Example: ""that" is a complementizer in the sentence "mary believes that it is raining"."
Example Sentences
"The complementizer 'that' introduces noun clauses in English."
"In some languages, complementizers are used to mark subordinate clauses."
"The complementizer 'if' is used to introduce conditional clauses in English."
"In sentence structure, a complementizer functions as a linker between clauses."
"The complementizer 'whether' is used to introduce indirect questions in English."
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Is COMPLEMENTIZER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, complementizer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COMPLEMENTIZER has a SCRABBLE points total of 31.
Is COMPLEMENTIZER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, complementizer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOMPLEMENTIZER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 37.
Is COMPLEMENTIZER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, complementizer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOMPLEMENTIZER has a WORDFEUD points total of 33.
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