* Subject: The person or thing being described.
* Linking Verb: A verb that connects the subject to the subject complement. Common linking verbs include "be," "seem," "appear," "become," "feel," and "look."
* Subject Complement: The word or phrase that renames or describes the subject.
Here are some examples:
1. Simple Subject Complement:
* Our main goals *are* to improve communication and build trust.
* His biggest goal *is* to travel the world.
* Her dreams *have become* her goals.
2. Subject Complement with Adjectives:
* The team's goals *are* ambitious and challenging.
* Their goals *seem* unrealistic.
* The project's goals *were* clear and achievable.
3. Subject Complement with Prepositional Phrases:
* The company's goals *are* in line with its mission statement.
* His goals *were* for a better future.
* Their goals *are* beyond our wildest dreams.
In these examples, the subject complement ("goals" or a phrase containing "goals") renames or describes the subject (e.g., "our main goals," "his biggest goal," "the team's goals").
Remember, the subject complement always follows a linking verb and provides information about the subject.