Use an embedded clause when you want to add extra detail about a noun without starting a whole new sentence. It makes your writing more descriptive and sophisticated in one go.
"My friend, who lives next door, is very funny."
Q3. Do I use brackets or commas?▼
Use commas — place one before and one after the embedded clause. Brackets work too, but commas are the standard choice in most writing.
"The dog, which was very muddy, ran inside."
Embedded Clause
Do you know what an embedded clause is?
Embedded Clause
What is an embedded clause?
An embedded clause is a group of words slotted inside a main clause to give extra information about a noun. It usually starts with who, which, or that — and the main sentence still makes sense if you remove it.
"The cat, which had orange fur, sat on the mat."
How do I punctuate it?
Put a comma before and after the embedded clause to separate it from the rest of the sentence.