THE SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS
What is a subordinating conjunction?
A subordinating conjunction
always introduces a dependent clause, tying it to an independent clause. A dependent
clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. An independent
clause, by contrast, can stand alone as a complete sentence. Unlike
coordinating conjunctions, subordinate conjunctions can often come first in a
sentence. This is because of the nature of the relationship between the
dependent and the independent clause.
In English, there are lots of subordinating
conjunctions. Here are the most common examples:
although
|
as
|
because
|
before
|
how
|
if
|
once
|
since
|
than
|
that
|
though
|
until
|
when
|
whenever
|
where
|
whether
|
while
|
why
|
Examples of Subordinating Conjunctions in a
Sentence
Here are some example
sentences utilizing several subordinating conjunctions:
Because of him, I
learned how to start my own business.
Everything will fall into place if you start
at the beginning,
Until you try, you'll
never know.
I add a new entry to my gratitude journal when
I wake in the morning,
As I write this
letter, I know I must say goodbye.
Life's been so happy since I moved to Chile.
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