conjunciones subordinantes grammar in Spanish

Language: Spanish
Level: B1
Unit: Conjunciones y oraciones subordinadas
Practice types: 0

What this grammar point covers

Subordinating conjunctions in Spanish are words used to connect a main clause with a subordinate (dependent) clause. They help to express reasons, conditions, purposes, time, and more.

When to use it

Use these conjunctions in Spanish to join two clauses when one depends on the other. For example, to explain a reason (because), a condition (if), or a purpose (so that).

Key forms

porque
aunque
si
cuando
para que
mientras
antes de que
después de que

Examples

No salgo porque está lloviendo.

English: I don't go out because it is raining.

Te llamo cuando llegue a casa.

English: I will call you when I arrive home.

Si tienes tiempo, ven conmigo.

English: If you have time, come with me.

Estudio para que mis padres estén orgullosos.

English: I study so that my parents are proud.

Tips

Some subordinating conjunctions require the use of the subjunctive mood, especially when expressing purpose or uncertainty.
Pay attention to word order: the subordinate clause can come before or after the main clause.
Do not confuse 'porque' (because) with 'por qué' (why).