ADVERBIAL CLAUSE

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An adverbial clause is a dependent clause that, like an adverb, modifies an adjective, an

adverb, or a verb or verb phrase. An adverb clause begins with words such as after, although,
because, before, if, since, than, until, when, and while.

Adverbial clause starts with a word called subordinate conjunction (such as: when, after,
because, and though) that connects with independent clause. The combination of adverbial
clause and independent clause is called complex sentence.

Types of Adverbial Clause :

 adverbial clause of time :
Adverbial clause of time is a subordinate clause that answers the when question.
Examples :
a. I’m going to give her this present after our surprise party on tuesday.
b. I was studying in the library when someone greeted me.
c. Before you go there to meet him, you need to know that he already has a girlfriend now.
 adverbial clause of place :
The adverbial clause of place answers questions that are preceded by the where question.
Examples :
a. I take it with me wherever I go.
b. We need to find the bar where they asked us to wait.
c. Wherever you leave your belongings, do not forget to take it back!
 adverbial clause of cause/reason/result :
Adverbial clause of reason answers the question of cause and effect.
Examples :
a. Because she had free time during last holiday, she rearranged her house.
b. She had free time during last holiday so she rearranged her house.
c. I think she’s going crazy because she loves him very much
 adverbial clause purpose :
Adverbial clause of purpose is used to talk about goals.
Examples :
a. I’ll tell you the best route so that you arrive on time.
b. In order for you to have that ticket, you should go to the theatre much faster than the
others.
c. I am asking you to join us in the meeting so that you can speak out your opinion.
 adverbial clause of condition :
Adverbial clause of condition is used for adding an adverb in the form of conditional events
that have certain conditions.
Examples :
a. She’ll come to my party only if you accompany her.
b. As long as you don’t break the law, you will be fine.
c. I can’t help you unless you tell me what’s going on.
 adverbial clause of contrast/consession :
Adverbial clause of contrast is a subordinate clause that answers questions to express an
opposition or difference.
Examples :
a. He did nothing although he was fired and didn’t receive his final paycheck.
b. Though I’m annoyed, I try to keep calm.
c. Although she has the psychology degree in her bachelor, she still works for her business
that she’s been building for two years.
 adverbial clause of manner :
Adverbial clause of manner is used to answer the how question.
Examples :
a. You can live your life how you want.
b. Sinta gives us order as if she was the leader in our group.
c. She really understands how I feel right now.
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