What is finite clause? What is non-finite Clause?

What is finite clause?

What  is non-finite Clause?

Finite Clause :

A finite clause is a group of words that includes a finite verb, which is a verb that is conjugated for a specific tense and agrees with the subject in person and number. In other words, a finite clause contains a main verb that indicates a specific action or state within a particular time frame.

For example:

"She walks to the store." (finite clause: "walks to the store")

"They were studying for the exam." (finite clause: "were studying for the exam")

Non-Finite Clause:

A non-finite clause is a group of words that includes a verb but does not have a specific tense or show agreement with a subject. Non-finite verbs are not conjugated to match a particular person, number, or time. There are three main types of non-finite verbs: infinitives, gerunds, and participles.

Examples of non-finite clauses:

Infinitive Clause:

"To swim in the ocean is my dream."

In this example, "to swim in the ocean" is a non-finite infinitive clause.

Gerund Clause:

"Eating ice cream is his favorite activity."

Here, "eating ice cream" is a non-finite gerund clause.

Participle Clause:

"The book, written by a famous author, is on the shelf."

"Written by a famous author" is a non-finite participle clause modifying "the book."