Exclamatory Sentence: Mastering Expression in English

In this reference, you will explore exclamatory sentences, which show emotion and end with an exclamation point. These sentences are very common in English and are a useful tool for expressing yourself.

You’ll learn about the formation of exclamatory sentences, complete with various examples to help you make your English sound more like a native speaker. Various resources, including images and a video, support your understanding of this topic.

What is an Exclamatory Sentence?

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An exclamatory sentence expresses strong emotions such as excitement, surprise, or joy. It often ends with an exclamation mark (!). Examples include:

  • I am angry!
  • You did a great job!
  • You won the price!
  • That is a huge whale!

Learn more about useful grammar rules related to exclamatory sentences.

How to Form Exclamatory Sentences?

To create exclamatory sentences, use “what” or “how” and change the typical word order. These sentences are not questions.

Using “What a…”

This structure is for singular nouns.

Form: What a/an + (adjective) + singular countable noun

Example:

  • What a gorgeous room!

Using “What…”

This structure is for abstract or plural nouns.

Form: What + adjective + uncountable/plural noun

Example:

  • What beautiful weather!

Using “How…”

This structure is for an adjective, adverb, or verb.

Form: How + adjective/adverb + subject + verb

Examples:

  • How interesting this film is!
  • How well she sings!

Using “So…”

This structure is for adjectives or adverbs.

Form: So + adjective/adverb

Example:

  • The meal was so good!

Using “Such…”

This structure is for nouns.

Form:

  • Such a/an + adjective + singular countable noun
  • Such + adjective + uncountable/plural noun

Examples:

  • She’s such a quiet girl!
  • They are such kind people!
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