5 Examples of Contributing Sentences in Paragraphs

Examples of Contributing Sentences in Paragraphs Have you ever read or heard a sentence that felt strange when heard or read. Sentences like this are often called discordant sentences. Discordant sentences are one of the types of sentences in Indonesian. In this regard, on this occasion we will discuss what discordant sentences are and what are examples of them.

Definition Sentence Discordant

Based on the Big Dictionary Language In Indonesia, discord is defined as something that is odd, wrong, wrong, not in harmony. In Indonesian, discordant sentences are defined as sentences that do not match the topic of conversation or the main idea in a paragraph. Discordant sentences are often referred to as incoherent sentences. The existence of this sentence in a paragraph is usually an intentional element of the author.

Finding discordant sentences in a paragraph is not too difficult if we know how the characteristics of the sentence. Here are the characteristics of discordant sentences:

• The discordant sentence contradicts the subject of the conversation
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• If read coherently, then this sentence has nothing to do with the sentence before or after it

To make it easier to find discordant sentences, readers must read carefully a paragraph. In addition, the reader must also understand what the actual topic of conversation in the paragraph is.

Contributing Sentence Example

Here are some examples of discordant sentences contained in a paragraph:

Example 1

(1) Meilani is a student who excels in school. (2) In the high school where he attended, he managed to become the student who obtained the highest UN results. (3) Not only that, the score is also the best in the district. (4) The value of two subjects he managed to get perfectly. (5) Meilani is very fond of culinary cooking traditional. (6) Now he is waiting for the announcement from one of the leading universities in Jogja whether he was successfully accepted to become a medical student.

The main topic of discussion in the paragraph above is about Meilani who is an outstanding student. Therefore, the supporting sentence must tell about Meilani's achievements at school. Of all the sentences in the paragraph, sentence (5) does not match the subject matter. This is because sentence (5) talks about Meilani's cooking hobby.

Example 2

(1) The natural atmosphere in my village is very cool and peaceful. (2) My village is far from the noise of city vehicles. (3) The air is very cool because there is no pollution disturbance. (4) The trees are still shady so that it adds to the beauty of the village. (5) The view of the expanse of rice fields always adorns my village. (6) The river in my village still has clear water and is very comfortable for playing. (7) The villagers are very happy with the bountiful harvest.

If you read the paragraph above, the paragraph discusses the cool and peaceful village atmosphere. Then of course the next sentences will discuss the village atmosphere. Sentences (1) to (6) consistently discuss the atmosphere village, starting from the air, the scenery, to the condition of the river in the village. The other thing is written in sentence (7). Sentence (7) can be said to be a discordant sentence because it is not in accordance with the subject matter in the paragraph.

Example 3

(1) Health and endurance are influenced by exercise patterns. (2) Regular exercise can improve health and endurance. (3) This is very likely to happen because sport is activity which can accelerate metabolic processes in the body. (4) When the metabolic processes in the body run smoothly then all substance from the food consumed can be absorbed properly. (5) Nutrients that are absorbed by the body will then become nutrients for the body's organs. (6) If every organ in the body can perform its function properly then automatically automatic Our body will be protected from disease. (7) Therefore, exercise really makes the body tired and sweaty.

The topic of discussion in the third example paragraph is about “regular exercise can improve health and endurance”. If you pay close attention, the sentence that is not in accordance with the subject is sentence (7). This sentence is a discordant sentence in the example of this third paragraph.

Example 4

(1) Indonesia is a country with diversity in every line of life. (2) Starting from religion, race, tribe, belief, language, culture, or customs. (3) Over the years that diversity has never been disturbed. (4) All live side by side in harmony with one another. (5) And now for defending and prosecuting one individual then risking all the peace that exists. (6) All parties certainly hope that this problem can be resolved without any bloodshed. (7) It is good for all parties to be able to contain emotions. (8) Indonesian culture makes other nations amazed. (9) All departments should be able to suppress people's emotions. (10) All religious leaders should be able to bring their followers back to the original corridor. (11) Now, all must prioritize responsible tolerance for the sake of Indonesia.

The topic of discussion in the fourth example paragraph is about "Indonesia is a country with diversity in every line of life”. If you pay close attention, the sentence that is not in accordance with the subject is sentence (8). This sentence is a discordant sentence in the example of this fourth paragraph.

Example 5

(1) The temporary residence while I was studying in this city was only in this 3 x 4 m room. (2) This room has one door, one window, and two ventilation holes. (3) In this room there is a small cupboard in the corner of the room, a single bed, a dispenser, a small magicom, and a small study table. (4) There is no cot in my room, because I just put the mattress on the floor. (5) My room used to be rented by a woman. (6) I don't have too many things either. (7) This is because I want my room to look simple and uncomplicated. (8) To support this, I painted my room white.

Topic of conversation on paragraph above is about the condition of the room. This type of paragraph tends to the type of descriptive paragraph. If you read carefully, you will find one sentence that does not match the other sentences, namely sentence (5). So, the discordant sentence in this fifth paragraph example is sentence (5).

This is a discussion of examples of discordant sentences in paragraphs. Hopefully the material presented on this occasion is easy to understand and can be useful for readers. Thank you.