We usesubordinating conjunctionsall the meter , often without even knowing what they are . But how on the button do they work ?
What Are Subordinating Conjunctions?
subdue conjunctions , also known as subordinators and low-level co-occurrence , are Book that introduce subordinate clause in complex sentences .
What Is a Conjunction?
A conjunction is any watchword that join together other words , phrases or clauses . ( In the sentence you just understand , " or " is the conjunction . )
The words to the 1973 song " Conjunction Junction " from the series " Schoolhouse Rock ! " explains conjunctions perfectly : " Conjunction Junction , what ’s your function ? Hooking up word and phrases and clause . "
What Is a Subordinate Clause?
A subordinate clause , also known as a drug-addicted clause , is a article that depends on another clause , phrase or sentence element . According to theOxford Dictionary of English Grammar , there are three traditional types of subordinate or dependent article :
Independent clauses , on the other bridge player , can stand alone as a ( shortsighted ) sentence .
Common Subordinating Conjunctions
These are some of the most common subordinating junction you ’ll see linking two clause in a complex condemnation :
Cause Conjunctions
Cause conjunctions , also known as reason conjunctions , connote a cause - and - result family relationship :
Comparison and Concession Conjunctions
comparing and concession conjunctions equate and contrast two ideas :
Condition Conjunctions
Condition conjunction add a condition to a clause :
Place Conjunctions
position conjunctive introduce a fix :
Time Conjunctions
sentence conjugation enclose time restraint to a sentence :
Examples of Subordinating Conjunctions in Sentences
Here are some examples of how you might practice a subordinating conjunction in a condemnation .
The subordinate conjunction in the sentence above is " that . " It unite the independent clause " the shop is close today " to the dependent clause " I wonder if they know . "
The subdue conjunction in the sentence above is " whether . " It connects the independent clause " I ’m going " to the pendent article " you come or not . "
The subordinating conjunction in the sentence above " in case " links the chief article " bring an umbrella " to the drug-addicted clause " of rain . "
