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Subordinating conjunctions are the glue of complex French sentences. They link a dependent clause to an independent one, establishing relationships of time, cause, or condition. Practice this with PrepMyFrench exercises to master the flow of your speech.
Logical Foundations
Cause & Reason
Parce queThe most common 'because'
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PuisqueSince / As (known reason)
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CommeSince (placed at start)
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Time & Sequence
QuandWhen / Whenever
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Pendant queWhile / During
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Dès queAs soon as
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Grammar_Conjunctions_Subordinating.magicQueTitle
The word 'que' is the ultimate universal linker in French. It often acts as a bridge to introduce a complement clause, and its usage is frequently tied to specific verb moods.
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I think that you are right
Hypotheticals & Conditions
SiIf / Whether
Si j'avais le temps, je voyagerais.
À condition queProvided that
Je viendrai à condition que tu m'invites.
The Subjunctive Trigger
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Bien que
Pour que
Avant que
Quoique
Aesthetic Precision
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