We have been learning about adverbs and their different types. You can see that different adverbs bring out a different meaning and application.
What are Adverb Clauses Of Result or Consequences?
The adverb clauses of the result are used to say what may happen as a result of the action mentioned in the main clause.
Following subordinating conjunctions used to introduce adverb clauses of results are :
- That
- So..That
- Such…That
- In Order That
| Note: In some sentences, while making use of the subordinate conjunctions the word ‘that’ is often omitted. It is done in order to make the sentence appear clear. |
Examples of Adverb Clauses of Result
Let’s have a look at the example sentences which will be helpful in understanding the concept of Adverb Clause Of Result
- The famine was so severe that thousands perished.
- They fought so bravely that the enemy fled.
- He is such a good man that all respect him.
- He spoke in such a low voice that few people could hear him.
- He became so weak that he could hardly stand straight.
- The weather became so hot that we could not go out to play.
- The weather was so hot we could not go out to play.
Examples Of “So-That”
- Speak clearly so that we can all hear you.
- He spoke loudly in order that everybody would hear him.
- He remained still so that people thought he had died.
- We started in the morning so that we would reach our destination in time.
- She lived in England for six months so that she could perfect her English.
- In clauses introduced by so that and in order that, we can use present tenses to refer to the future. Future tenses are also possible.
- Send the letter by courier so that she gets / will get it before Wednesday.
Example Of “So… That”
- It was so hot that we didn’t go out.
- She was so weak that she couldn’t walk.
- It was so cold that we stopped playing.
- That is often omitted.
- She was so weak she could barely stand.
- It was so hot I couldn’t go out.
- The same idea can often be expressed using the structure too…to.
- It was too hot to go out.
- She was too weak to walk.
- It was too cold to play.
Example Of “Such… That”
- She spoke in such a low voice that nobody could hear her.
- It was such a hot afternoon that we stopped playing.
- Such were his words and gestures that the audiences were mesmerized.
- His rudeness was such that his parents were shocked.
What are Adverb Clauses Of Concession ?
The Adverb Clause Of Concession expresses an idea that contrasts the main part of the sentence. The principal conjunctions used are though, although, even though, while, whereas, even if.
Let’s have a look at the examples which will help you in understanding the concept in a better way.
Examples of Adverb Clause of Concession
- Though I am poor I am honest.
- I will be able to get in although I have no ticket.
- Even if it rains I will come.
- The men managed to survive even though they were three days without water.
- John is very popular among his friends, whereas his brother is reclusive.
| Tip: “As” is also subordinate conjunction that is used in the sense of ‘though’. Young as he is he occupies an important position in the firm. |
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