Subordinating Conjunctions & Their Types
Subordinating conjunctions join a dependent clause to a main clause, showing the relationship between them. They come in types:
| Type | Conjunctions | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Time | when, while, before, after, until | I'll call when I arrive. |
| Place | where, wherever | Sit where you like. |
| Cause & Effect | because, since, as | He left because he was ill. |
| Condition | if, unless, provided | You'll fail unless you work. |
| Concession | although, though, even though | Although it rained, we played. |
| Manner | as, as if | Do it as I showed you. |
| Comparison | than, as…as | He is taller than me. |
When the dependent clause comes first, put a comma after it: "Because it rained, we stayed in." No comma when it comes second.
Common mistake: Using "although" and "but" together. Use one: "Although it rained, we played," not "Although it rained, but we played."
✏️ Test Yourself
1. We stayed in ___ it rained.
2. ___ it was cold, we went out.
3. I'll wait ___ you come.
4. You'll be late ___ you hurry.
# WRITING
📒 Words to learn
Meaning — Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself.
“Narcissism can lead to a lack of empathy towards others.”
Meaning — The amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small.
“The company is facing a budget deficit this quarter.”
Meaning — Income, especially when of a company or organization.
“The organization reported a significant increase in revenue this year.”
Meaning — Relating to money or currency.
“The government is implementing new monetary policies to stabilize the economy.”
Meaning — 1. To provide or give. 2. A performance or interpretation.
“1. The charity aims to render assistance to those in need. 2. Her rendition of the song was beautiful.”