Types of sentences

(Soorte sinne)

Different types of sentences:

  • Statements

  • Questions

  • Exclamations

  • Commands

Statements

  • A statement is when you supply information and it ends with a full stop.

Example: The big fish swims.


Questions

  • A question is when you ask for information and it ends with a question mark.

Example: Where is the fish?


Exclamations

  • An exclamation is when you express emotions like surprise, fear or anger and it ends with an exclamation mark.

Example: Wow, the fish is huge!


Commands

  • A command is when you give orders or commands. It can end with an exclamation mark or with a full stop.

Example: Come here!