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Term: Bound Predicate

A bound predicate is a grammatical term that refers to a predicate that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It is a type of predicate that requires additional information or a subject to create a grammatically correct sentence.

In syntax, a bound predicate is considered dependent on other elements of a sentence and is unable to express a complete thought on its own. It functions to provide additional information, describe actions, or express conditions.

• 1. The cat is sleeping. (is sleeping functions as a bound predicate in the sentence)
• 2. She looks exhausted. (looks exhausted acts as a bound predicate, describing the subject)
• 3. The dog needs more exercise. (needs more exercise serves as a bound predicate, expressing a requirement)
• 4. To be or not to be is a famous Shakespearean quote. (to be or not to be functions as a bound predicate, expressing a condition)
• 5. The team won the championship. (won the championship acts as a bound predicate, stating an action)

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