Statement

A statement (/ˈsteɪtmənt/) is, in non-specialised terms, an utterance, clause or sentence that is used to state or declare something. More technically, it’s a usage label indicating the function of a clause as stating or declaring something.

For example:

• Books are made from paper.

Statements are the most common form of main clause/sentence generally. Contrast question and command.

Form

In English, statements use the declarative mood.

Statements typically consist of a subject followed by a predicate.

Statements have polarity; hence affirmative statements and negative statements.

Pronunciation

Statements usually have falling intonation.