| Element | FORM/USE: NON-FINITE WITH '-ED' CLAUSES |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | FOCUS |
| SubCat | focus |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C1 |
| Cando | Can use a non-finite subordinate clause with an '-ed' form, before a main clause, for focus, often in formal, academic or business contexts. |
| Corrected Learner Example | Compared to other European capitals, there has been a lot done to make riding a bike less dangerous and more comfortable in Berlin. (Germany; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1998; German; Pass) Outlined below are some essential reasons which justify my choice and should be seriously considered. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2003; Greek; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | N/A |
