Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Protasis.
Protasis - as a noun
The first part of a play, in which the setting and characters are introduced
(grammar) the antecedent in a conditional sentence
Example: "In "i will be coming if this weather holds up", "this weather holds up" is the protasis"
Example Sentences
"In grammar, a protasis is the subordinate clause that introduces a conditional sentence."
"The protasis usually contains the if clause in a conditional sentence."
"The protasis expresses the condition that must be met for the main clause to occur."
"The protasis can come at the beginning or in the middle of a sentence."
"In this sentence, the protasis is clearly stated before the main clause."
Word Game Points
Is PROTASIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, protasis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROTASIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PROTASIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, protasis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROTASIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PROTASIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, protasis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROTASIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.