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Tashiro Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

What is the word class of "south"?

Hi, teachers. Please help me.

"McLaren Vale lies south of Adelaide."

I think the verb, "lie" is an intransitive verb, so "south" is an adjective or adverb. But I also think "of Adelaide" is a noun because it seems that "of Adelaide" modifies "south". I'm confused. What is the word class of "south" in the sentence above? Please enlighten me.
  

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The dictionary lists "south" as an adverb. Obviously, it would be an adverb of place. CJ

— CalifJim

  • The dictionary lists "south" as an adverb.
  • Obviously, it would be an adverb of place.
  • CJ
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The dictionary lists "south" as an adverb.
Obviously, it would be an adverb of place.

CJ
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Thank you for the reply. Can I drop "south" from the sentence?
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tashiroCan I drop "south" from the sentence?
Emotion: surprise No. What even makes you think you might do
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Thank you for the reply.
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