What does a declarative sentence mean?

A declarative sentence is a type of sentence that makes a statement or declares something. It simply states a fact or an opinion.

Here are some key characteristics of declarative sentences:

* They are the most common type of sentence.

* They always end with a period (.)

* They usually follow a subject-verb structure. (Example: *The cat sat on the mat.*)

* They can be simple or complex. (Example: *The cat sat on the mat.* vs. *The cat, who was very sleepy, sat on the mat.*)

Here are some examples of declarative sentences:

* The sun is shining.

* I like to eat pizza.

* The Earth is round.

* My dog is a golden retriever.

In contrast, other types of sentences like interrogative (questions), imperative (commands), and exclamatory (expressions of strong emotion) do not simply make statements.