The Subject
The Subject is a term used in grammar to identify who or what performs or suffers the action of the verb in a sentence. It is the main element of the sentence and describes the theme or focus of the action expressed by the verb. In a simple sentence, the subject is usually composed of a noun, a pronoun, or a word that functions as a noun. It agrees in number and person with the verb in the sentence. It can be simple, compound, hidden or indeterminate, depending on the structure and context of the sentence. Examples: "O cachorro latiu."; "Maria e Pedro foram ao cinema."; "Choveu durante toda a noite." e "Dizem que vai chover amanhã."; In imperative sentences, for example, the subject is often omitted, as the action is directed towards an undetermined person or speaker. Example: "Estude para a prova!"; In this case, the subject ("você";) is implied.
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