adjective
- introducing a dependent clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence
Usage: grammar
Examples
- Because is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a reason.
- The subordinating conjunction ‘although’ shows contrast between clauses.
- When, where, and why are common subordinating conjunctions.
- Subordinating conjunctions create complex sentences with dependent clauses.
- The word ‘since’ can function as a subordinating conjunction.
- Students must identify subordinating conjunctions in grammar exercises.