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Adverbial(Adverb)Clauses

Adverbial Clauses

(Forms and Functions of Subordinate Clauses)

Subordinate clauses can be classified into three main forms based on their functions within a sentence: nominal clauses, relative clauses, and adverbial clauses.   Nominal Clauses (Substantive Clauses): These clauses function as nouns within a sentence. They can serve as the subject, object, or complement of a sentence. Example: What he said surprised everyone. (Nominal clause as the subject)   Relative Clauses (Adjective Clauses): These clauses provide additional information about a noun in the main clause. They are introduced by relative pronouns (e.g., who, which, that). Example: The book that I borrowed from the library is fascinating. (Relative clause providing information about the book)   Adverbial Clauses: These clauses function as adverbs, modifying the main clause by providing information about time, place, manner, condition, etc. They are introduced by subordinating conjunctions (e.g., because, although, when, while). Example: Although it was raining, they decided to go for a walk. (Adverbial clause indicating a contrasting condition)          

Adverb Clauses:

Adverbial clauses are groups of words that function as adverbs in a sentence. They provide additional information about the action in the main clause, answering questions such as when, where, why, how, to what extent, or under what conditions. Adverbial clauses are introduced by subordinating conjunctions, and they cannot stand alone as complete sentences. Adverbial clauses modify the main clause in a sentence by providing information about time, place, manner, condition, purpose, contrast, or reason.       Types of Adverbial Clauses:   Time Clauses: After she finished her homework, she went to bed.     Place Clauses: Wherever you go, I will follow.     Manner Clauses: She completed the project as if she were an expert.     Condition Clauses: If it rains, we will stay indoors.     Purpose Clauses: She studied hard so that she could pass the exam.     Contrast Clauses: Although it was sunny, she decided to stay inside.     Reason Clauses: Since he was feeling unwell, he didn't attend the meeting.         Subordinating Conjunctions: The introduction of adverbial clauses is typically done through subordinating conjunctions. Some common subordinating conjunctions include:   After, before, when, while (Time) Where, wherever (Place) As, as if, as though (Manner) If, unless, provided that (Condition) So that, in order that (Purpose) Although, though, even though (Contrast) Because, since, as (Reason)   Adverbial clauses are introduced by subordinating conjunctions. They cannot stand alone as complete sentences. When an adverbial clause begins a sentence, a comma usually follows it. Main Clause: She went to the store.   Adverbial Clause: After she finished her work, she went to the store.           Adverb Clauses Placement: Adverb clauses can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence. The placement depends on the emphasis you want to give to the adverbial information.   Beginning: If you want to emphasize the adverbial clause. Example: When the sun sets, we will start the bonfire.   Middle: If the adverbial clause is less important, it can be placed in the middle. Example: We will start the bonfire when the sun sets in the evening.   End: This is a common placement when the adverbial clause provides additional information. Example: We will start the bonfire in the evening, when the sun sets.           Participle Clauses: Participle clauses use a present participle (-ing form) or a past participle (-ed or irregular form) and function similarly to adverbial clauses.   Present Participle ( -ing): Example: (While)Running late, she hurried to the meeting.   Past Participle ( -ed or irregular):  Example: Exhausted from the long journey, they finally reached their destination.         Conjunctions used with Participle Clauses: No specific conjunctions introduce participle clauses; they often modify the main clause without a conjunction. However, you can use a subordinating conjunction like while, after, or before when it is necessary to indicate the time relationship between the actions in the main clause and the participle clause.   For example: While waiting for the bus, she read a book. He left the room after finishing his presentation.   In these cases, the conjunctions (while, after) are introducing the adverbial participle clause by indicating the temporal relationship between the two actions. But it's important to note that many participle clauses simply attach to the main clause without a conjunction.           Infinitive Clauses as Adverbials for Purpose: Infinitive clauses are used to express the purpose of an action.  Example: She worked hard, to pass the exam.   Conjunctions used with Infinitive Clauses for Purpose: To, in order to, so as to.  Example: He studied diligently in order to gain knowledge.               Adverbial (Adverb) Clauses Noun-Modifying (Adjective) Clauses Nominal (Noun) Clauses Subordinate Clauses Complex Sentences Negative Declarative Sentences: Structure, Usage, and Style The Interjection Read the full article

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Adverbial clauses

An adverbial clause adds extra information to a main clause about things such as time, reason or purpose. Most adverbial clauses begin with a conjuction (e.g. although) and can come before or after the main clause.

An adverbial clause must be connected to a main clause; we can’t use it as a separate sentence.

We only use one conjunction to connect an adverbial clause and a main clause.

Time clauses

We can use as, when or while to talk about something that happens when something else takes place. As can sometimes mean either ‘because’ or ‘during the time that’.

We don’t use will in a clause with a time conjuction (e.g. before, until, when) to talk about a future action or an action that is completed before another in the main clause. e.g. When I’ve written up the research, I’ll let you have a copy.

We use when (not as or while) at the beginning of an adverbial clause which:

refers to a point in time;

describes the circumstances in which the vent in the main clause happens;

refers to a past period of our lives;

talk about ‘every time’ something happens.

We prefer as to show that one thing changes at the same time as another.

We can use as or when to highlight the moment that something happens.

Contrast and concession clauses

We use although or, less formally, though to say that there is a contrast between what happens in the main clause and the adverbial clause, or to introduce a concession clause that suggests the opposite of the main clause.

We can use though at the end of a clause.

We can use despite the fact that/ in spite of the fact that or despite / in spite of + -ing with a similar meaning to although.

We can use while or whereas to say that there is a contrast with something in the main clause. The while/whereas clause may come before or after the main clause.

We can use whilst as a more formal alternative to while.

Reason clauses

A very common way of giving a reason or explanation for something, particularly  in speech, is to use an adverbial clause with because. A clause beginning so is also often used to express a similar meaning. Because of can also be used before a noun or noun phrase to give a reson for something.

Purpose and result clauses

To talk about the purpose of an action we can use in order / so as + to-infinitive.

Informally, it is more common to use a to-infinitive to express the same meaning.

In negatives we prefer in order not/ so as not + to-infinitive rather than not + to- ìnfinitive.

We also use in order that and so that to talk about a purpose.

We often use modal verbs after in order/so that.

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Parallelism in English Grammar

Crafting Balanced sentences-Parallelism

  In English grammar, the phenomenon where similar or parallel elements within a sentence are presented with a balanced and harmonious structure is called parallelism. It involves using the same grammatical form or structure for items in a list, a series, or a comparison to enhance clarity, coherence, and overall readability. Parallelism is often achieved through the use of coordinating conjunctions and correlative conjunctions, as well as by ensuring consistent grammatical structures for the elements involved. Parallelism is a key concept when it comes to balancing elements in a sentence, especially with regard to nouns, verbs, and other grammatical structures.     Nouns: The conference covered topics such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics. Explanation: In this sentence, the parallel nouns artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics share a similar structure, contributing to the balanced construction of the sentence.     Verbs: He likes to run, jump, and play. Explanation: The verbs run, jump, and play are parallel in structure.     Adjectives: The room was cozy, warm, and inviting. Explanation: The parallel adjectives cozy, warm, and inviting have a consistent structure, describing the room in a harmonious way.     Adverbs: She completed the task quickly, efficiently, and accurately. Explanation: The adverbs quickly, efficiently, and accurately are parallel, describing how she completed the task.     Prepositional Phrases: He excels in leadership, in teamwork, and in problem-solving. Explanation: The prepositional phrases in leadership, in teamwork, and in problem-solving are parallel, highlighting areas of excellence.     Parallel Gerunds: They enjoy swimming, hiking, and biking. Explanation: The parallel gerunds swimming, hiking, and biking maintain a consistent structure within the sentence.     Parallel Infinitives: She decided to read, to study, and to relax. Explanation: The parallel infinitives to read, to study, and to relax share a similar structure, contributing to the overall parallelism of the sentence.     Parallel Adverbs: She spoke confidently, clearly, and persuasively. Explanation: The parallel adverbs confidently, clearly, and persuasively maintain a consistent structure, describing how she spoke.     Parallel Clauses in a Sentence: Parallelism is also crucial when dealing with clauses in a sentence. Clauses are groups of words that contain both a subject and a predicate. Here are examples of parallelism with clauses:   Independent Clauses: She enjoys hiking in the mountains, swimming in the ocean, and reading by the fireplace. In this case, the independent clauses hiking in the mountains, swimming in the ocean, and reading by the fireplace are parallel, contributing to a balanced list of activities.     Dependent Clauses: Because she wanted to succeed, Mary devoted extra hours to studying, sought help from tutors, and collaborated with classmates on challenging assignments. In this sentence, the parallel dependent clauses: Mary devoted extra hours to studying, she sought help from tutors, she collaborated with classmates on challenging assignments. They share a similar structure and contribute to the parallelism in the sentence.       Adjective Clauses: The student who is diligent, who is responsible, and who is motivated will excel in any class. The adjective clauses who is diligent, who is responsible, and who is motivated are parallel, describing qualities of the student.       Adverbial Clauses: She completed the assignment as quickly as possible, as efficiently as possible, and as accurately as possible. The adverbial clauses as quickly as possible, as efficiently as possible, and as accurately as possible are parallel, describing how she completed the assignment.        

The Art of Using Conjunctions to Create Harmony in Sentences:

Coordinating conjunctions and correlative conjunctions play a significant role in achieving parallelism in sentences. Let's delve a bit deeper into how these conjunctions contribute to maintaining parallel structure:   Coordinating Conjunctions (e.g., and, or, but, nor, for, so, yet): Example: She likes to hike, swim, and read. The coordinating conjunction and helps connect and coordinate the parallel elements hike, swim, and read in the sentence.    Example: He can either run or cycle to work. The coordinating conjunction or connects and coordinates the parallel actions run and cycle.       Correlative Conjunctions (e.g., both...and, either...or, neither...nor, not only...but also): Example: Both the cat and the dog enjoy the sunny weather. The correlative conjunction both...and pairs and coordinates the parallel subjects the cat and the dog.   Example: She is not only diligent but also resourceful. The correlative conjunction not only...but also pairs and coordinates the parallel adjectives diligent and resourceful.   By using coordinating conjunctions, you can connect elements of the same type in a sentence, creating a sense of balance and parallelism. Correlative conjunctions, on the other hand, work in pairs to emphasize and coordinate parallel elements. These conjunctions are crucial tools for writers seeking to maintain a consistent and harmonious structure in their sentences.                   Parallelism in English Grammar What is Adverbial Modifier of a Sentence What is the Attribute of a Sentence? What is The Object of a Sentence? Subject-Verb Agreement in English Read the full article