When I get home, I eat dinner.
- Language
- English
- Level
- A2
- Unit
- Verb patterns and conjunctions
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
A when clause shows the time something happens.
When to use it
Use when clauses to talk about the time or situation when something happens.
Key forms
- When + subject + verb, main clause
- Main clause + when + subject + verb
- Use present simple for future events after 'when'
Examples
I call my friend when I finish work.
When it rains, we stay inside.
She smiles when she sees her dog.
Tips
- You can put the when clause at the beginning or end of the sentence.
- Use a comma if the when clause comes first.
- Use present tense after 'when' for future meaning.
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