Compound Relative Pronouns
The compound relational pronouns of whomever, whichever,whatever [- if (who/what/which)] are a noun (clause) or adverb (clause) in the whole lump.
There is no antecedent
(compound state that merges with the antecedent.)
The clause of a compound relative that precedes the main clause is an adverb.
[Note: If it is a relational pronoun, it is an adjective]
Not so much in English composition.
Example sentence: Whenever Sakamoto appears[adverbial clause],Tigers fan jeer at him.
Whenever Sakamoto appears, Tigers fans jeer at him.
Whatever the situation is,Yuki is optimistic.
Whatever the situation is,Yuki is optimistic.
Whatever or whichever may be followed by a noun.
Short Notes
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